Cheap Flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City

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Cheapest one way flight

$109

Frontier Airlines

1 layover

5h 21m

10/31/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Salt Lake City departs on 10/31/2026, is operated by Frontier Airlines and costs $109

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Chicago to Salt Lake City

The fastest flight

5h 11m

Fastest flight from Chicago to Salt Lake City takes 5h 11m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Su, Tu, We, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

7:20 AM

Latest flight

8:35 PM

Average flight duration

3h 33m

Direct flights count

80

Distance

2023km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Chicago and Salt Lake City is 2023km (1254 miles). The average flight duration is 3h 33m. There are 80 direct flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City. The time difference between Chicago and Salt Lake City is 1h. Flights from Chicago begin at 7:20 AM. The latest flight from Chicago departs at 8:35 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Chicago to Salt Lake City by month

In different months, ticket prices from Chicago to Salt Lake City vary: minimum — $119 (September 2026), maximum — $140 (October 2026). Typically, the flight costs $129–$140.

September 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$119

October 2026

Highest price

on average:

$140

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The route Chicago — Salt Lake City is served by many carriers — 5 in total, including United Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $109) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

starting at $561

starting at $180

starting at $194

starting at $109

starting at $269

Non-stop flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Chicago to Salt Lake City, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Chicago — Salt Lake City

CHI — SLC

09/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1972

starting at $561

Chicago — Salt Lake City

CHI — SLC

09/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AA3129

starting at $622

Chicago — Salt Lake City

CHI — SLC

10/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AA2545

starting at $360

Chicago — Salt Lake City

CHI — SLC

10/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

WN4370

starting at $194

Chicago — Salt Lake City

CHI — SLC

10/31/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AA1991

starting at $180

Chicago — Salt Lake City

CHI — SLC

05/30/2027

Departure

Direct flight

AA3125

starting at $274

Schedule of direct flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City

All airlines serving Chicago — Salt Lake City operate daily direct flights: American Airlines and United Airlines fly every day.

American Airlines

Every day

starting at $178

United Airlines

Every day

starting at $178

Chicago airports overview

Merrill C Meigs

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CGX

3km

Former single-runway general aviation facility on Chicago’s lakefront adjacent to downtown, serving business and private flights until its abrupt closure in 2003.

DuPage Airport

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DPA

52km

General aviation reliever near Chicago in West Chicago, Illinois, serving corporate, private and flight-training traffic with hangars, FBO services and maintenance, convenient for access to the western suburbs.

Chicago Midway International Airport

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MDW

14km

Serving Chicago’s Southwest Side and downtown, it handles mainly domestic flights with a strong presence of low-cost carriers and easy connections via the 'L' Orange Line and nearby expressways.

O'Hare International Airport

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ORD

26km

Major air hub serving Chicago and the Midwest, with extensive domestic and international routes, multiple terminals, and direct transit links to downtown for convenient connections.

Chicago Executive Airport

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PWK

35km

General aviation reliever airport northwest of downtown Chicago, serving business, private and charter flights and offering flight training and FBO services for the northern suburbs.

Chicago Rockford International Airport

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RFD

140km

Serving Rockford and northern Illinois, the airport handles domestic passenger flights and is a major cargo hub. Convenient ground links provide access to the Chicago metro and surrounding communities.

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Salt Lake City airports overview

Salt Lake City International Airport

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SLC

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

The cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Salt Lake City according to data for the last 48 hours costs $109

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Chicago — Salt Lake City?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Chicago to Salt Lake City is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City can be found flying in these months: September, October.

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

The fastest flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City start from 5 hours 11 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Chicago — Salt Lake City: United Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Chicago to Salt Lake City

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Chicago to Salt Lake City

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Cheapest one way flight

$109

Frontier Airlines

1 layover

5h 21m

10/31/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Salt Lake City departs on 10/31/2026, is operated by Frontier Airlines and costs $109

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Chicago to Salt Lake City

The fastest flight