Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Salt Lake City is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Minneapolis.
Every week, there are 47 Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, pick the 06:00 Sun Country Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:37 with Delta Air Lines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSP to SLC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to Salt Lake City (and then seeing more of United States!) is a breeze with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for MSP to SLC flights, with 87.5% of services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MSP and SLC:
Denver International Airport
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport
Eppley Airfield Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport flight is $87. A round-trip ticket right now is $166. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from MSP to SLC by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77.37% of flights that depart Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is around 21 kilometers from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MSP? If you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Consider booking a hotel near SLC if you're catching a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Salt Lake City International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Fox - Rent A Car or Sixt and chase adventure across Salt Lake City and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Salt Lake City International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
SLC is located at 776 North Terminal Drive.
Salt Lake City International Airport to the center of Salt Lake City has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometers away.
It typically takes 2 hours 55 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Salt Lake City in April.
Book your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Salt Lake City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to SLC in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Boise is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Salt Lake City. Around 483 kilometers away to the north-west, popular attractions include Idaho State Capitol Building, Old Idaho Penitentiary and Zoo Boise.
If you want to check out another major stop in United States, head for Provo, about 64 kilometers south of Salt Lake City. Museum of Art at Brigham Young University, BYU Museum of Paleontology and Utah Lake State Park are highlights.