Car Rental at Salt Lake City Airport

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Salt Lake City International Airport, Salt Lake City, USA - Utah
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Economy
Toyota Yaris or similar
Toyota Yaris
  • 4
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
FOX
$82.21 per day
Intermediate
Mazda 3 or similar
Mazda 3
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Dollar
$85.78 per day
Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu or similar
Chevrolet Malibu
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$94.52 per day
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta or similar
Volkswagen Jetta
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$107.56 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Compact
Nissan Versa or similar
Nissan Versa
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
National
$118.14 / per day
Premium
Ford F-150 or similar
Ford F-150
  • 4
  • 4
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$117.36 / per day
Luxury
Cadillac XTS or similar
Cadillac XTS
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$130.73 / per day
Minivan
Chrysler Pacifica or similar
Chrysler Pacifica
  • 7
  • 4
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$191.16 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 18:20 on 2023-03-17. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information

Language
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
1
Average car rental price
$115.93 / per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
40 - 120 km/h
25 - 75 mph
Speed limit out of town
72 - 120 km/h
45 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Rating
9.6
Salt Lake City International Airport Car Rental

Airport Car Rental

Salt Lake City International Airport is the largest airport in the state of Utah and is a major gateway to the Rocky Mountain region of the United States. Travelers fly into the airport not just to reach Salt Lake City, but also the ski resorts of northern Utah and the national parks spread across the state. 

The state of Utah has five national parks — Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion. All of them are located in the central and southern parts of the state. There are also a plethora of national forests, state parks, and national monuments. Many campers come here to take advantage of free camping on BLM land, which covers 22.8 million acres of the state. Needless to say, Utah has an abundance of stunning natural attractions to visit. 

Top international routes

  • Amsterdam
  • Paris
  • Cancun
  • Toronto
  • Mexico City
  • Vancouver

Main airlines

Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier Airlines

Terminals

Concourses B and G are located in Terminal 1, Concourse C is in Terminal 2, and Concourses D and E are in the international terminal. All sections of the airport are interconnected, and you can walk between any two of them. Salt Lake City Airport is going through some major renovations, so check the most recent map (and developments) of these new terminals.

Location

Salt Lake City Airport is about 4 miles (6.4 km) west of downtown Salt Lake City, a short drive down I-80. It takes roughly 45 minutes to reach the ski resorts southwest of Salt Lake City from the airport and about an hour to reach the Snowbasin area.

Most popular types of rental car

  • Large cars - from $112 per day
  • Medium cars - from $105 per day
  • Vans - from $206 per day
  • Premium cars - from $126 per day
  • Small cars - from $102 per day
  • SUVs - from $224 per day

Car rental desks

The on-airport rental desks are located in the Gateway Center next to the parking garage (a short walk across two bridges from baggage claim). Those suppliers that are with off-airport locations (like ACE and Fox) provide shuttles for customers.

Services and facilities

You’ll find convenience stores, gift shops, shops selling goods made locally in Utah, and a duty-free outlet. There are many cafeterias, fast food restaurants, bars, and full-service restaurants. You’ll also find ATMs, a bank, a currency exchange, baby changing facilities, children’s play areas, a first aid service, a spa, drinking fountains, power outlets for charging your mobile devices, and art displays throughout the airport.

Nearest gas station

There is a Chevron station located at the airport along the Terminal Drive loop. This is by far the most convenient place to fill up at before returning your rental. However, as is often the case, its prices are noticeably higher than those of other stations in the area. Luckily there are other options one exit from the airport, no matter which direction you approach it from, like Sinclair, Maverik, and Philips 66 stations.

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Fact checked by:
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Airport info

Rating
7.8
  • Getting to the airport 6.4
  • Check-in and departures 7.3
  • Terminal facilities 6.8
  • Wi-Fi 5.9
  • Restaurants and car rental services 6.2
  • Lounge 4.3

Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

  • IATA: SLC
  • ICAO: KSLC
  • Name: Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
  • Size: Large Airport
  • Aircraft movements (per year): 327,292
  • Passengers (per year): 24,198,816
  • Distance from city: 3 miles / 4.8 km W of town
  • Working hours: 24 hours a day
  • Phone: +1 (801) 575 2400
  • Email: airportwebmaster@slcgov.com

Top Locations near Salt Lake City Airport SLC

  1. 433.9 km / 269.6 miles away

Map of Car Rental Locations

When are car rental prices cheapest at Salt Lake City Airport?

The cost of renting a car at Salt Lake City Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Salt Lake City Airport
$85.34
January
$82.11
February
$70.41
March
$66.38
April
$69.27
May
$92.28
June
$102.99
July
$87.57
August
$77.03
September
$78.14
October
$48.98
November
$77.99
December
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Salt Lake City Airport is November when prices for an Economy class start from $48.98. You can see that this is 37% cheaper than the yearly average and 52% cheaper than renting a car in July (when rental prices start at $102.99 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are just average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!

What’s the most frequent rental length at Salt Lake City Airport?

Travel length differs from one month to another: in September the average rental period is 11 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average Rental Length
5
January
5
February
6
March
8
April
8
May
9
June
10
July
9
August
11
September
6
October
7
November
6
December

Which is the busiest month for car rental at Salt Lake City Airport?

Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Salt Lake City Airport in August, while they are least likely to to rent in in November.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
108%
January
139%
February
85%
March
54%
April
111%
May
123%
June
146%
July
171%
August
117%
September
57%
October
35%
November
54%
December

Car Rental Information

Popular suppliers Ace Rent a car, Thrifty, Alamo, Dollar, FOX
Popular car categories SUVs, Large cars, Medium cars, Vans
Lowest price $82 per day
Cheapest supplier FOX

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Thrifty Mazda 3 5 3 Large cars
Ace Rent a car Nissan Kicks 5 2 SUVs
Ace Rent a car Toyota Rav4 4 2 SUVs
Thrifty Nissan Rogue 5 3 SUVs
Economy rent a car Hyundai Elantra 4 2 Large cars
Ace Rent a car Chrysler Pacifica 4 4 Vans
Alamo Nissan Kicks 5 2 SUVs
Ace Rent a car Chevrolet Suburban 4 4 SUVs
Europcar Jeep Compass 4 3 SUVs
Ace Rent a car Nissan Titan 4 10 Large cars

FAQ

Are there toll roads in Utah?
Adams Avenue Parkway is the only toll road in the state. It is a short connection that allows drivers to bypass a busy section of the road. Its toll can be paid in cash.
Are snow chains necessary in winter?
Snow chains are not necessary as long as your car has winter tires. After snowstorms, it may be necessary to have snow chains to pass through certain sections of roads, but they are usually plowed before long. If you don't have chains with you, it's best to avoid travel until then.
Can I take a rental car from Utah to Tahoe?
Most rental companies allow you to drive to California from Utah. Be sure to check to make sure before, booking though.
Do I need a 4wd vehicle to travel to Utah's national parks?
No, a normal car will do just fine. Just plan to stick to paved roads and hike some of the state's amazing trails.

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

United States of America (USA)
Chrysler Pacifica
February 15, 2023
Great outdoor and climbing/bouldering .
Hungary
Nissan Versa
September 27, 2022
In 20 days we visited 15 national and state parks, it was a travel of a dream, with more adventures than Homer could think of.
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Yaris
January 26, 2022
I used the car to go to Monument Valley and others parks near there, then if you are intending visit that places I harden recommend to rent a car and doesn't need be a 4x4 one, the regular cars are enough to the job.
Israel
Volkswagen Jetta
July 20, 2021
Yellowstone is amazing must see
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Camry
October 11, 2020
Beautiful city, friendly people everywhere, great business environment.
United Kingdom
Dodge Journey
July 2, 2019
Just have a good look around the vehicle before driving away.

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Ace Rent a car
9.09 / 10
Lowest rated company
FOX
7.25 / 10
Total number of reviews
8
Total rental companies
13
Average daily price
$115.93
Lowest daily price
$82.21
Total cars available
77

Top 13 Suppliers at Salt Lake City Airport in 2023

Ace Rent a car
Exceptional 9.1 / 15 reviews
8019779111
2740 California Ave #2
Working hours
Mon:09:00-17:00
Tue:09:00-17:00
Wed:09:00-17:00
Thu:09:00-17:00
Fri:09:00-17:00
Sat:09:00-16:00
Alamo
Excellent 8.9 / 11 reviews
+18449420335
776 N Terminal Dr Salt Lake City, UT 84122
$108 - $375
Thrifty
Excellent 8.8 / 13 reviews
+18772830898
776 North Terminal Drive
$90 - $207
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
Enterprise
Enterprise
Excellent 8.6
8449420337
3920 West Terminal Dr
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:59
Tue:07:00-23:59
Wed:07:00-23:59
Thu:07:00-23:59
Fri:07:00-23:59
Sat:07:00-23:59
Sun:07:00-23:59
Hertz
Hertz
Excellent 8.6
8006543131
775 N. Terminal Drive
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
Budget
Budget
Excellent 8.5
+18015752500
3974 West 500 North
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
National
National
Excellent 8.5 / 2 reviews
+18449420336
3923 WEST TERMINAL DR
$112 - $379
Payless
Payless
Excellent 8.4
8012585239
3921 West Terminal Drive
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:07:00-22:00
Sun:07:00-22:00
Advantage
Advantage
Excellent 8.4
8007775500
72 North 2400 West
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:59
Tue:05:00-23:59
Wed:05:00-23:59
Thu:05:00-23:59
Fri:05:00-23:59
Sat:05:00-23:59
Sun:05:00-23:59
Dollar
Excellent 8.3 / 14 reviews
8664342226
776 North Terminal Drive
$86 - $92
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
Avis
Avis
Excellent 8.3 / 9 reviews
+18015752847
3921 West Terminal Drive
Working hours
Mon:00:00-02:00; 04:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-02:00; 04:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-02:00; 04:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-02:00; 04:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-02:00; 04:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-02:00; 04:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-02:00; 04:00-23:59
Economy rent a car
Economy rent a car
Excellent 8.2 / 3 reviews
+18773267368 / +18012882277
1974 W North Temple
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
Thu:08:00-17:00
Fri:08:00-17:00
FOX
FOX
Very good 7.2 / 35 reviews
+18002254369
460 S Redwood Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84104
$82 - $101
Working hours
Mon:00:00-00:30
Tue:00:00-00:30
Wed:00:00-00:30
Thu:00:00-00:30
Fri:00:00-00:30
Sat:00:00-00:30
Sun:00:00-00:30
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