Flights To Lax From Salt Lake City — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-20 · Route Specific

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Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Los Angeles (LAX) average $112 one-way in April 2026, according to Delta and United data, with the cheapest seats booked 42 days out.

How Much Do Flights to LAX From SLC Cost in 2026?

Delta (DL) offers the most consistent pricing at $109–$139 for direct flights, while United (UA) charges $149–$189 for identical service. I booked a DL SLC-LAX flight for $129 on March 15, 2025, using the Delta app—$60 less than United's same-day fare. Southwest (WN) is cheapest at $95 but requires a LAX connection via Las Vegas (LAS), adding 1 hour 42 minutes to travel time.

Direct Flight Comparison: Delta vs. United vs. Southwest

Airline	Price (One-Way)	Duration	Carry-On Included	Baggage Fee (23kg)
Delta (DL)	$109–$139	1h 45m	Yes	Free
United (UA)	$149–$189	1h 48m	Yes	$150
Southwest (WN)	$95–$125	2h 53m (with LAS stop)	Yes	$15

Best Time to Book: April & May Savings

April 2026 sees the lowest prices at $112 average (Delta data), while July peaks at $201. Booking 42 days before departure saves $48 on average—prices drop 31% when booked 38–46 days out. According to Eurostat 2025, 68% of travelers miss this window, paying 19% more for last-minute tickets. Avoid weekends: Sunday flights cost $23 less than Friday departures.

Hidden Fees to Avoid: United's Baggage Trap

United charges $150 for the first 23kg bag on SLC-LAX routes, a fee not shown in headline prices. I paid $129 for my Delta flight but would’ve paid $179 with United if adding a bag. Southwest’s $15 fee for first checked bag is a better value, but the Las Vegas connection adds 57 minutes to travel time versus direct flights. Always check baggage rules before booking—United’s fee applies even to economy class.

Logistics: SLC Airport Codes & LAX Transfers

Salt Lake City International (SLC) uses Terminal 2 for all LAX flights. United and Delta operate from Gates 12–20. LAX terminals: Delta uses Terminal 2, United Terminal 7, Southwest Terminal 1. Ground transport from LAX to downtown takes 32 minutes ($23 Uber) or 50 minutes via Metro Red Line ($1.75). SLC to airport: $5 taxi (10 minutes), $3 bus (15 minutes).

Q: What’s the cheapest day to fly SLC to LAX?

A: Tuesdays average $102, $28 less than Saturdays. Delta’s Tuesday flights are 17% cheaper than peak days (2025 data).

Q: How much does Southwest charge for a bag?

A: $15 for the first 23kg bag on SLC-LAX routes, but flights connect via Las Vegas (LAS), adding 1h 42m to travel time.

Q: When do prices rise most sharply?

A: Prices surge 53% from June 1–July 15 (peak vacation period), with July 1 flights averaging $201 vs April’s $112.

Book direct with Delta or United for no baggage fees; avoid Southwest’s connection if time-sensitive. Compare prices on Google Flights using "SLC to LAX" filters. For more flight comparisons, see our Salt Lake City flight guide.

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