Salt Lake City

$88+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Salt Lake City (SLC)

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ORD — SLC
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Salt Lake City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Salt Lake City flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$88
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$377

Good round-trip deal

$278 or less

Good one-way deal

$161 or less
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From Illinois to Salt Lake City
One-way flight from Illinois to Salt Lake City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Salt Lake City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Salt Lake City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/185:07 pmORD - SLC
Nonstop3h 43mFrontier
Mon 4/218:50 pmSLC - ORD
Nonstop3h 09mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$157
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2912:19 pmMDW - SLC
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Wed 4/302:59 pmSLC - MDW
1 stop27h 09mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$181
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/98:37 amORD - SLC
2 stops35h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/138:14 pmSLC - ORD
1 stop13h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$182
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/316:00 amORD - SLC
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/18:14 pmSLC - ORD
1 stop13h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$287
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 6/78:11 pmSTL - SLC
1 stop4h 52mFrontier
Thu 6/128:42 pmSLC - STL
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 5/145:45 amSTL - SLC
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Wed 5/215:10 pmSLC - STL
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$313
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/148:44 amSTL - SLC
1 stop7h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/191:57 pmSLC - STL
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$314
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 5/106:00 amORD - SLC
1 stop15h 54mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/177:38 pmSLC - ORD
1 stop9h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 5/111:40 pmORD - SLC
Nonstop3h 29mDelta
Tue 5/202:05 pmSLC - ORD
Nonstop3h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/17$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 5/1112:50 pmMDW - SLC
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Tue 5/201:30 pmSLC - MDW
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/175:00 amSTL - SLC
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/212:18 pmSLC - STL
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 5/119:40 amORD - SLC
Nonstop3h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/202:18 pmSLC - ORD
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$348

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Salt Lake City that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Salt Lake City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSalt Lake City

MDW - SLC

MDWSLC

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/29

12:19 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Salt Lake City

Wed 4/30

2:59 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop27h 09m

$181

ChicagoSalt Lake City

ORD - SLC

ORDSLC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

8:37 am-7:19 pm

2 stops35h 42m

Salt Lake City

Tue 5/13

8:14 pm-10:55 am

1 stop13h 41m

$182

ChicagoSalt Lake City

ORD - SLC

ORDSLC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Salt Lake City

Sun 6/1

8:14 pm-10:55 am

1 stop13h 41m

$287

ChicagoSalt Lake City

ORD - SLC

ORDSLC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/21

5:07 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

Salt Lake City

Mon 4/28

2:59 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$303

St. LouisSalt Lake City

STL - SLC

STLSLC

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 6/7

8:11 pm-12:03 am

1 stop4h 52m

Salt Lake City

Thu 6/12

8:42 pm-9:12 am

1 stop11h 30m

$311

St. LouisSalt Lake City

STL - SLC

STLSLC

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/14

5:45 am-11:00 am

1 stop6h 15m

Salt Lake City

Wed 5/21

5:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$313

St. LouisSalt Lake City

STL - SLC

STLSLC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/14

8:44 am-2:47 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Salt Lake City

Tue 8/19

1:57 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$314

ChicagoSalt Lake City

ORD - SLC

ORDSLC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

6:00 am-8:54 pm

1 stop15h 54m

Salt Lake City

Sat 5/17

7:38 pm-5:40 am

1 stop9h 02m

$335

ChicagoSalt Lake City

ORD - SLC

ORDSLC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

7:30 am-9:55 am

Nonstop3h 25m

Salt Lake City

Wed 5/14

5:30 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$339

ChicagoSalt Lake City

MDW - SLC

MDWSLC

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/11

12:50 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Salt Lake City

Tue 5/20

1:30 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$339

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Salt Lake City

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Salt Lake City (average of $277). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to SLC?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Salt Lake City as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Salt Lake City

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Salt Lake City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to SLC are scheduled on a Thursday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Illinois to Salt Lake City have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

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

    Salt Lake City (SLC), located 5.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Salt Lake City.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Salt Lake City are Frontier ($88), Spirit Airlines ($94), and Southwest ($152).

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    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Salt Lake City on time: Royal Jordanian (100%), WestJet (94%), Delta (90%).

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

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Salt Lake City is generally $533, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $88. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Salt Lake City), you can expect to pay $182 for that flight.

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

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Salt Lake City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Salt Lake City (average of $277). Flying from Illinois 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 Illinois to Salt Lake City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$63Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$148Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$153Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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