How to get from
Deer Valley to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
Adults
Age 13+Children
Age 0-12Route details
Distance:
61 km / 38 miles
Driving Time:
1hr
*Subject to weather and traffic conditions.
Shared Shuttles may take longer
People often ask
Travel time from Deer Valley to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is typically around 50 minutes in good conditions. During peak ski season, weekends, or snowstorms, the journey can take longer due to traffic and mountain road conditions.
Early mornings are usually the most predictable for travel time, while afternoon and evening departures, especially Sundays, can see delays heading out of the mountains.
You should plan to leave Deer Valley at least 2.5–3 hours before a domestic flight and 3–3.5 hours before an international flight. This buffer allows for winter road conditions, traffic, and airport security lines.
During storms or busy holiday periods, adding extra time is wise to avoid last-minute stress.
There are shared and private shuttles from Deer Valley to the airport in Salt Lake City. The shared shuttle is the most cost effective way to travel for solo travellers, whist private shuttles are ideal for groups and families offering a more direct transfer. Both services will pick you up directly from your lodging.
Shared shuttles may not operate early enough for morning flights, or they may require very early pickups with multiple stops along the way. Availability varies by season and demand.
Private transfers are the most dependable option for early departures, as they run 24/7 and depart at a time that matches your flight.
The most reliable way is a pre-booked private transfer. This avoids driving in winter conditions, returning a rental car, or relying on rideshare availability.
Private transfers are especially convenient for families, ski groups, and travellers with early or late flights.
Uber and Lyft do operate in Deer Valley, but availability can be inconsistent, particularly early in the morning, late at night, or during snowstorms. Drivers may also cancel trips if road conditions worsen.
For a guaranteed pickup and fixed pricing, pre-booked transportation is the safer choice.
Yes, booking in advance is strongly recommended—particularly during ski season, holidays, and weekends. Last-minute availability can be limited, and prices are often higher.
Pre-booking ensures a confirmed pickup time, predictable pricing, and a smoother departure from Deer Valley to SLC.
About travelling from Deer Valley, UT to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Deer Valley is located a stones throw from Park City, offering a polished, ski-only atmosphere built around comfort, luxury and calm. The resort caps daily lift tickets, bans snowboarders, and grooms its trails to perfection, creating a smooth, unhurried mountain experience. If your ideal day is carving soft corduroy and ending with wine on a sunlit deck, Deer Valley delivers that every single time.
Spanning six interconnected peaks, the mountain has a surprising amount of variety: wide green boulevards, flowing blue cruisers, and signature fall-line pitches like Stein’s Way that reward confident carving. You’ll also find glades on Bald Mountain as well as the Empire Bowl for softer-snow days, plus short pockets of off-piste terrain tucked between the groomers. Snowfall is consistently dry thanks to Utah’s high-elevation climate, keeping conditions reliable from early season into spring.
Many skiers base themselves in Park City for its lively Main Street, packed with restaurants, bars, galleries, and historic buildings but Deer Valley itself has luxury lodges and a village of its own if you prefer a quieter, more refined stay. Complete with upscale dining and relaxed apres lounges. A free shuttle runs frequently between Deer Valley and Park City, making it easy to switch between calm mountain evenings and a more energetic nightlife.
Summer brings lift-accessed biking, shaded hiking trails, horseback riding, and plenty of patios with mountain views. The resort’s warm-weather pace mirrors its winter vibe: relaxed, scenic, and refined.
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is the closest major hub located just under an hour's drive from Deer Valley Resort. Ridebooker offers shared shuttles and private vehicles that take you straight from the resort to the terminal without the need for a rental car to sit redundant during your stay.