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$97+ Cheap flights from Houston to Salt Lake City (SLC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SLC
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Salt Lake City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Salt Lake City (SLC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$178
(Frontier)

One-way from

$97
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$344
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Salt Lake City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Salt Lake City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:52 amIAH - SLC
1 stop5h 07mFrontier
Wed 5/144:13 pmSLC - IAH
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/206:30 amIAH - SLC
1 stop5h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/278:14 pmSLC - IAH
1 stop8h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$179
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/102:45 pmIAH - SLC
1 stop5h 34mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/168:19 pmSLC - IAH
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$180
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2311:40 amIAH - SLC
1 stop10h 52mJetBlue
Sat 8/3010:27 pmSLC - IAH
1 stop11h 11mJetBlue
Deal found 4/22$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/217:57 pmIAH - SLC
Nonstop3h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/258:45 amSLC - IAH
1 stop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/248:16 pmHOU - SLC
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/287:03 amSLC - HOU
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/197:00 pmIAH - SLC
Nonstop3h 15mDelta
Sun 5/257:45 amSLC - IAH
Nonstop2h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/22$344
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2912:35 pmHOU - SLC
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Wed 6/411:10 amSLC - HOU
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$344
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/295:54 pmIAH - SLC
2 stops25h 45mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/37:33 pmSLC - IAH
1 stop9h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1610:07 amIAH - SLC
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/2212:10 pmSLC - IAH
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/296:00 amHOU - SLC
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Wed 7/3011:20 pmSLC - HOU
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/22$385

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Salt Lake City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Salt Lake City that are best for you.

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HoustonSalt Lake City

IAH - SLC

IAHSLC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/7

6:52 am-10:59 am

1 stop5h 07m

Salt Lake City

Wed 5/14

4:13 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$178

HoustonSalt Lake City

IAH - SLC

IAHSLC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/10

2:45 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Salt Lake City

Mon 6/16

8:19 pm-5:15 am

1 stop7h 56m

$180

HoustonSalt Lake City

IAH - SLC

IAHSLC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/6

6:30 am-10:59 am

1 stop5h 29m

Salt Lake City

Mon 5/12

8:14 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 17m

$184

HoustonSalt Lake City

IAH - SLC

IAHSLC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/21

11:27 am-1:41 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Salt Lake City

Sun 5/25

7:45 am-11:44 am

Nonstop2h 59m

$323

HoustonSalt Lake City

IAH - SLC

IAHSLC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/21

7:57 pm-10:21 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Salt Lake City

Sun 5/25

8:45 am-3:27 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$333

HoustonSalt Lake City

HOU - SLC

HOUSLC

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/21

5:00 am-10:06 am

1 stop6h 06m

Salt Lake City

Wed 5/28

4:16 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$343

HoustonSalt Lake City

HOU - SLC

HOUSLC

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/29

12:35 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Salt Lake City

Wed 6/4

11:10 am-3:15 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$344

HoustonSalt Lake City

IAH - SLC

IAHSLC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/29

5:54 pm-6:39 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Salt Lake City

Tue 6/3

7:33 pm-6:20 am

1 stop9h 47m

$355

HoustonSalt Lake City

IAH - SLC

IAHSLC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/16

10:07 am-3:05 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Salt Lake City

Tue 7/22

12:10 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$384

HoustonSalt Lake City

HOU - SLC

HOUSLC

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/18

6:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Salt Lake City

Sat 6/21

9:59 am-5:44 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$427

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The best insider tips for Houston to Salt Lake City flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston to Salt Lake City trip
Airports
IAH

Check security wait times on the IAH website to avoid delays before your flight.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
SLC

Use the TRAX light rail for a quick trip downtown from SLC airport.

Read more about SLCby Ramsey Qubein
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SLC

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Salt Lake City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Salt Lake City from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Salt Lake City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Salt Lake City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Salt Lake City. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Houston to Salt Lake City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Salt Lake City?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Salt Lake City (average of $277). Flying from Houston to Salt Lake City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $417). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to SLC?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Salt Lake City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Salt Lake City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 5% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Salt Lake City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Salt Lake City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Salt Lake City flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Salt Lake City by month

Plan your trip to Salt Lake City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salt Lake City ranges from 0.6 - 2.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salt Lake City when rainfall is around 0.6 in.

Temperature in Salt Lake City by month

Plan your trip to Salt Lake City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salt Lake City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salt Lake City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salt Lake City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Salt Lake City. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Houston to Salt Lake City. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Salt Lake City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Salt Lake City from Houston?

    Salt Lake City (SLC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Salt Lake City. You should not have trouble finding flights to Salt Lake City from Houston; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Salt Lake City airport from Houston. It is only a 5.7 mi journey from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Salt Lake City’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Salt Lake City round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Salt Lake City, with prices starting at $178. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $180 and $323, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Salt Lake City one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $97. Users have also found prices from $99 and $155 on Frontier and Sun Country Air, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Salt Lake City?

    While on average a flight from Houston to Salt Lake City is generally $449, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $323. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Salt Lake City), you can expect to pay $146 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Salt Lake City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Salt Lake City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Salt Lake City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Salt Lake City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Salt Lake City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Salt Lake City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Salt Lake City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Salt Lake City (average of $277). Flying from Houston to Salt Lake City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $417). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Houston to Salt Lake City

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Salt Lake City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$107Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$170Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$207Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$295Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$376Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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