Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Phoenix (PHXA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Phoenix? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £42. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Salt Lake City to Phoenix flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Salt Lake City to Phoenix: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£21
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 42 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week322

Finding cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Phoenix: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Phoenix: Phoenix Sky Harbor, Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal, Phoenix-Deer Valley, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.
The best price we found for a return flight from Salt Lake City to Phoenix is £42. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Salt Lake City to Phoenix.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and WestJet fly direct from Salt Lake City to Phoenix.
As of April 2026, there are 322 flights per week flying from Salt Lake City to Phoenix.
The cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Phoenix is usually May.
If you're flying from Salt Lake City Airport, the cheapest airport near Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor – which is 3.7 miles away from the centre of Phoenix. We've found flights into this airport from £42.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salt Lake City Airport to Phoenix on Friday, 1 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 41 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phoenix but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phoenix is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. July is typically the warmest month in Phoenix, when it usually averages around 40°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix.

Flying from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Phoenix: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 45 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix.

  • Salt Lake City (the location of Salt Lake City International Airport) and Phoenix share the same timezone — UTC-7.

  • With 94 flights a week between the two airports, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:38. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from SLC to PHX is with Delta Air Lines at 23:15.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your SLC to Phoenix flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Direct Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix tickets are available for booking. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is where you'll arrive.

  • Top airlines that operate direct flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix include:

  • SLC is about 8 kms (5 miles) from central Salt Lake City. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near SLC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:

  • Salt Lake City International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from SLC arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • The address for SLC is 776 North Terminal Drive.

How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Phoenix

  • £21 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix flight. A return plane ticket right now is £42. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from SLC to Phoenix, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • If you have flexibility with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix ticket.

  • There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from SLC to Phoenix.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Phoenix

Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is around 5 kms (3 miles) from central Phoenix. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near PHX:

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SLC to Phoenix.

  • PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)

  • The centre of Phoenix is located around 32 kms (20 miles) from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). After your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Following your SLC to Phoenix flight, settle in at a hotel close to AZA. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from AZA two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.

  • The address for Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..

Best time to go to Phoenix

  • March is the busiest month for flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix. To avoid the crowds, visit Phoenix in October.

  • When booking your Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 45ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 21ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SLC to Phoenix around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Phoenix

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Phoenix right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Phoenix:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room, Camelback Mountain and Heard Museum are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Phoenix itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Phoenix is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 483 kms (300 miles) west of Phoenix, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • Las Vegas is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 418 kms (260 miles) northwest of Phoenix. No trip is complete without a visit to Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.

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