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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:13:14

New York (JFK) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flights

Compare flights from New York to Salt Lake City, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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JFK········· ·········SLC
John F. Kennedy International AirportSalt Lake City International Airport
Distance
1,989 miles
Flight time
5h 27m
Time difference
SLC is 2h behind
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Flights from New York to Salt Lake City

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from JFK to SLC on 2026-11-04
06:00JFKEST UTC−55h 16m
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09:16SLCMST UTC−7$499.00One-way
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11:00JFKEST UTC−55h 19m
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14:19SLCMST UTC−7$499.00One-way
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16:25JFKEST UTC−55h 26m
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19:51SLCMST UTC−7$499.00One-way
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18:30JFKEST UTC−55h 28m
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21:58SLCMST UTC−7$499.00One-way
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18:59JFKEST UTC−55h 25m
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22:24SLCMST UTC−7$379.00One-way
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Flight route map

New York (JFK) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from New York (JFK), New York, to Salt Lake City (SLC), Utah, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,989 miles.

Departure
John F. Kennedy International Airport · New York, United States · 40° 38' 22" N 73° 46' 46" W
Flight route
1,989 miles · 5h 27m
Direction
283.01° (WNW)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 42.32419, longitude -92.85733, approximately 992.24 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,984.5 miles
Driving route
2,244 miles · 45 hr 9 min
Time difference
SLC is 2h behind
Destination
Salt Lake City International Airport · Utah, United States · 40° 47' 20" N 111° 58' 48" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,989 miles
Average flight time
5h 27m
Time difference
SLC is 2h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from New York to Salt Lake City is 283.01°, and the compass direction is WNW.

Airport information

John F. Kennedy International Airport

John F. Kennedy International Airport
New York, New York, United States
40° 38' 22" N, 73° 46' 46" W
Elevation: 13 ft (4 m)
Time zone: EDT UTC−4
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What's the weather like in New York and Salt Lake City?

Temperature unit:

JFK · New York

48°FOvercastFeels like 43°F
Humidity
69%
Wind
6 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

SLC · Salt Lake City

50°FSunnyFeels like 47°F
Humidity
73%
Wind
2 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2860°F | 41°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2969°F | 37°FFog
Fri, Oct 3068°F | 49°FOvercast
Sat, Oct 3167°F | 50°FLight drizzle
Sun, Nov 156°F | 42°FModerate rain showers

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Everything you need to know for your flight from New York to Salt Lake City

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Feb is lowest at USD 417. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 431, the difference is USD 14. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 174 on 2026-12-02, USD 205 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 379 on 2026-11-04 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.