Salt Lake City International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 11m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Salt Lake City International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport is a joint civil-military international airport located about 4 mi west of Downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. The airport, along with the much smaller Provo Airport (PVU) and Ogden–Hinckley Airport (OGD) are the closest commercial airports for more than 3 million people and is within a 30-minute drive of nearly 1.3 million jobs. The airport serves as a hub for Delta Air Lines and is a major gateway to the Intermountain West and West Coast. The airport sees 343 scheduled nonstop airline departures per day to 93 cities in North America, South America, Asia, and Europe. It is by far the busiest airport in Utah.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSLCNOTAMs
KSLCReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16L / 34R | 12,002 ft / 3,658 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 16R / 34L | 12,000 ft / 3,658 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35▸ displaced | 9,596 ft / 2,925 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 4,893 ft / 1,491 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 121.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.750 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 127.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS | 30.300 MHz |
| RDO | CEDAR CITY RDO | 122.400 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport offers less than one minute estimated security screening wait time.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 15 of 58 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SALT LAKE CITY CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 12000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SE (from about 135°), on 16% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 80% | 3,243 ft | |
| Feb | 89% | 3,538 ft | |
| Mar | 91% | 4,075 ft | |
| Apr | 95% | 4,600 ft | |
| May | 98% | 5,349 ft | |
| Jun | 100% | 6,207 ft | |
| Jul | 100% | 6,715 ft | |
| Aug | 98% | 6,397 ft | |
| Sep | 99% | 5,855 ft | |
| Oct | 97% | 4,615 ft | |
| Nov | 93% | 3,736 ft | |
| Dec | 74% | 3,267 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~3,243–6,715 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 322 ft | 4,216 ft | — |
| Zions Bank Building | 266 ft | 4,314 ft | — |
| Salt Lake City Junction Microwave Tower | 249 ft | 5,220 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Salt Lake City International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Salt Lake City International Airport?
The ICAO code for Salt Lake City International Airport is KSLC, and its IATA code is SLC.
Where is Salt Lake City International Airport located?
Salt Lake City International Airport is large airport located in Salt Lake City, United States, at an elevation of 4,227 ft (1,288 m).
How many runways does Salt Lake City International Airport have?
Salt Lake City International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 12,002 ft / 3,658 m.
Which airlines fly to Salt Lake City International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Salt Lake City International Airport include AeroMéxico, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, American Airlines, among 13 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Salt Lake City International Airport?
Historical data lists 90 nonstop destinations from Salt Lake City International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Salt Lake City International Airport in?
Salt Lake City International Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Salt Lake City International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Salt Lake City International Airport is approximately 10.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Salt Lake City International Airport?
The nearest airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is Skypark Airport (BTF), about 5.4 nm to the nne, followed by South Valley Regional Airport and Number 18 Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Salt Lake City International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.