Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): what you need to know
3 hours 34 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Salt Lake City is 1 hour behind Chicago and operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from O'Hare International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport start at 06:41 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 23:59 service with Frontier Airlines. In total, you can choose from 80 services every week from ORD to SLC.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ORD and SLC include:
Dane County Regional Airport
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is $71. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $138. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flight tickets from ORD to SLC, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 54 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your break? Stay near ORD. Whether you're taking an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SLC instead:
Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
From Salt Lake City International Airport, Salt Lake City is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes.
When to fly to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Salt Lake City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Salt Lake City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 36ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from ORD to SLC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 5ºC on average.
More about Salt Lake City
Start your Salt Lake City trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from ORD to SLC, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Temple Square, Utah State Capitol and Red Butte Garden are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Salt Lake City itinerary.
Complete your Salt Lake City trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Salt Lake City International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Salt Lake City getaway.