Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Salt Lake City Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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I was really impressed on how I felt the employees would watch out for us, but not suspiciously. – a traveller
SLC Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Salt Lake City International Airport.
What to Expect
Salt Lake City Airport (Code: SLC) operates a single terminal with Concourses A and B. There is a decent selection of eateries and shops in all terminals, including one that operates 24 hours. Airport staff are generally described as friendly and helpful (one gave blankets to some overnight sleepers), and overall airport operations are efficient. WiFi is available to help pass the time. Flying Delta? Additional comfort can be found through fee-based access to the Sky Club.
Sleeping in Salt Lake City Airport
There are mixed reviews about sleeping in this airport, with some travellers reporting difficulty finding comfortable sleeping spots and others reporting that they found comfortable, armrest-free seating. Given the reviews over the past few years, it appears that maybe airport seating gets periodically moved around and that finding good spots may be a case of “seek and you might find.” Concourse B seems to be cited the most for potential sleeping spots. Two places mentioned in reviews for having sofas are near the American Airlines check-in desks (landside) and the seating areas straight after security (airside). Extra layers or travel blanket, earplugs/noise-cancelling headphones, and eyeshades are all recommended for improved comfort if you plan to spend the night in this airport. For uninterrupted sleep, there are private suites in Concourse A and hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Remember that airline check-in and baggage drop hours vary according to the flight schedule. Check the hours with your airline. If you are in the terminal’s public area (landside), you will not be able to get through to the terminal’s secure area (airside) until the morning.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels & Sleep Pods
Hotel inside SLC Airport
Minute Suites – Location: Concourse A (near Gate A33). Minute Suites provides private suites for travellers needing to relax, work, or sleep during a layover or flight delay. Each suite has a daybed that sleeps two, fresh pillows and blankets, smart TV, free Wi-Fi, and an Amazon Alexa to provide a sound-masking system. Here are the rates as of February 2025: US$ 65 per hour. US$ 215 (overnight – eight hours, after 9:00 PM til midnight). Discounted rates for military/1st responder, crew, and more.
Hotels near Salt Lake City Airport
If you need a hotel before or after your flight, here are hotels near Salt Lake City Airport that provide free airport shuttles:
- Hyatt Place » Check Rates
- Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham » Check Rates
- Courtyard by Marriott » Check Rates
- Radisson Hotel » Check Rates
- Airport Inn Hotel » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Salt Lake City Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Not available
Airline Lounges (members only)
Delta Sky Club – Location: Airside, Concourse A, Level 2, east of the new Airport Plaza. Lounge Access: Elite Status • Lounge membership programs.
Military Lounge
USO Lounge – The USO offers a free lounge to active members of the US military and their families. Location: Airside, Concourse A, Level 3. Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Related Pages: Salt Lake City Airport Lounges
Drinking Water
Thirsty? Water bottle refill stations are available free of charge. Locations: Various locations, both Landside and Airside.
Food & Drinks
Food concessions throughout the airport operate with varying schedules. However, you will find many open between 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. The Starbucks located in the Terminal Plaza is the only 24-hour option. Vending machines are also available in the airport lobbies, the concourses and the lower level of the parking garage.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
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Mobile Charging
Power outlets are available throughout the terminals and the connector hallway.
Showers
A reader tells us that showers are available in the Delta Lounge.
WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at Salt Lake City Airport. Connect to the “SLCAirport.wifi” network.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Art in the Airport – The airport art collection is on display throughout the airport, most prominently featured in the terminal connector hallway.
Baby Care Facilities – Most women’s and men’s washrooms throughout the airport offer baby change facilities. In addition, if you need a quiet, private place to nurse your baby, look for the Special Needs or Infant Care rooms. Locations: Various locations, both Landside and Airside. Note – these special rooms do not include restroom facilities in the Airside locations. Alternatively, Mothers can reserve a 30-minute stay in a Minute Suites location to nurse their child or pump at no cost. Their suites are cleaned after every guest and are engineered to be a quiet and restful place to retreat away from the airport terminals. Location: Concourse A (Gate A33).
Baggage Carts – Need a hand with your luggage? Baggage carts are available. Rate: $5.00 per cart and a $0.25 refund for returning the cart.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Salt Lake City Dufry Shopping offers duty-free goods. Location: Airside, Concourse A, Level 2, near Gate A23. Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. In addition, you will find a small selection of stores selling newspapers, souvenirs, travel items, etc.
Information Desk – The information desk is across from the baggage claim area. Hours: unknown. Phone line is open 24 hours (801-575-2400).
Money
- ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs, operated by Zions Bank and US Bank, are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Landside and Airside.
- Currency Exchange – Unavailable
Pet Relief – There are designated areas in the following locations: Landside, outdoors to the west of the terminal • Airside, Concourse A, near Gate A9 • Airside, Concourse B, near Gate B20.
Salon and Spa Services – XpresSpa offers travellers a full array of spa services. Locations: Airside, Concourse A, Level 2, near Gate A15. Hours: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
SIM Cards – SIM cards can be purchased at InMotion Entertainment. Location: Airside, Concourse B, Level 2, near Gate B11. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Smoking – Smoking is prohibited anywhere inside the terminal. You will need to smoke in designated outside locations before clearing security.
Bus
UTA public bus stops are located outside of the terminal. Routes 453 and 454 offer limited weekday services to the airport; however, there are no buses connected to the airport on weekends or holidays. For more information, visit the UTA website.
Car Rentals
Alamo • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise • Hertz • National • Payless • Thrifty are located on-site in the Gateway Center, adjacent to the parking garage. Further agencies are available offsite and accessible via a courtesy shuttle.
Hotel Shuttles
Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Comfort Suites Airport • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salt Lake City Airport • Four Points by Sheraton Salt Lake City Airport • Hampton Inn & Suites Salt Lake City Airport • Hilton Garden Inn Salt Lake City Airport • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salt Lake City-Airport East, an IHG Hotel • Holiday Inn & Suites Salt Lake City-Airport West, An IHG Hotel • Homewood Suites by Hilton Salt Lake City Airport • Hyatt Place Salt Lake City Airport • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport • Quality Inn & Suites Salt Lake City • Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Airport • Ramada by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport Hotel • SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Airport • Super 8 by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport • Tru by Hilton Salt Lake City Airport.
Some of these hotels can be reached using the direct-line phones at the far end of the baggage claim of either terminal.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Shuttles and Limousines
Several companies provide shuttle services or luxury transportation services from the airport. These services can be arranged through the Ground Transportation Desks located on the ground level of the terminal.
Taxi
Yellow Cab is the official taxi service at Salt Lake City Airport. Taxis can be booked online or by phone. They are available 24/7.
Train
TRAX is the light rail system that covers all of Salt Lake City and its suburbs. The TRAX Airport station can be accessed outside the terminal’s east side. It runs every 15 minutes on weekdays (5:32 AM – 11:06 PM) and every 30 minutes on weekends (6:25 AM – 11:25 PM on Saturday & 6:25 AM – 11:37 PM on Sunday). For more information on the TRAX Green Line, visit the UTA website.
Last updated: 2024-12-12
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