Salt Lake City to Denver flights
Direct and connecting flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Denver International Airport (DEN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Salt Lake City to Denver take?
Flight time from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Denver (DEN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Salt Lake City to Denver?
Airline availability for SLC to DEN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Salt Lake City to Denver?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SLC to DEN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SkyWest64
- Frontier Airlines58
- United Airlines40
- Southwest Airlines40
- CSBNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Southwest Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| SkyWest | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| CSB | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SLC → DEN
SLC to DEN is a short-haul route of 628 km (390 mi). See the return DEN → SLC route.
Alternative airports near Salt Lake City: Ogden (HIF) — 37 km, Ogden (OGD) — 45 km, Provo (PVU) — 67 km.
Alternative airports near Denver: Buckley (BFK) — 19 km, Denver (APA) — 36 km, Broomfield-CO (BJC) — 38 km.