News Releases
May 28 2026
New Airline Launches at SLC: Volaris Begins Nonstop Service to Guadalajara, Mexico New News Article
Volaris Airlines takes off on June 1 with nonstop service between Salt Lake City International Airport and Guadalajara International Airport. Volaris is an ultra-low-cost airline offering affordable airfares.
May 26 2026
Salt Lake City Department of Airports to Conduct Emergency Exercise
The Salt Lake City Department of Airports (SLCDA) is conducting a full-scale emergency exercise the morning of Thursday, May 28 to test its emergency response plan. The Federal Aviation Administration requires airports to conduct a full-scale drill every three years.
May 20 2026
SLC International Offers Tips for Memorial Day Travel
Memorial Day weekend is the traditional kick-off to summer travel, and passengers should plan ahead when traveling through Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).
May 07 2026
SLC International Airport Plans Terminal Drive Paving Project
Starting on May 11, Salt Lake City International will begin repaving the Terminal Drive lanes exiting the airport. All travelers leaving the airport—whether via private or public vehicles—will be impacted by the repaving project and should prepare for possible delays.
Apr 09 2026
SkyShare Selected to Operate FBO and Develop Much Needed Hangar Capacity at South Valley Regional Airport
SkyShare, a leading private aviation company known for delivering efficient, cost-effective, personal flight solutions, proudly announced it has been selected as the new Fixed Base Operator (FBO) at South Valley Regional Airport (SVR) in West Jordan, Utah.
Mar 25 2026
AFCO Selected to Develop Multi-Tenant Cargo Facility at Salt Lake City International Airport in Public Private Partnership
Aviation Facilities Company (AFCO), a leading U.S. airport infrastructure and airport facilities development firm, has entered a long-term ground lease with the Salt Lake City Department of Airports (SLCDA) for a new cargo facility in a public-private partnership at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Under the proposed structure, AFCO will develop, lease, and manage a state-of-the-art, multi-tenant cargo facility spanning both airside and landside operations.
Feb 24 2026
SLC Recognized as Best Airport by Global Customer Experience Awards Program
The 2025 ASQ Customer Experience Awards program has recognized Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) with three “Best” awards as part of its annual program. More than 400 airports from 110 countries participated in the program.
Feb 03 2026
Volaris launches new nonstop service between Guadalajara and Salt Lake City
Volaris continues to expand its international network in the United States with the launch of a new nonstop route between Guadalajara, Mexico, and Salt Lake City, Utah. The new service to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) will begin operations on June 1, with three weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Tickets will be available for purchase starting Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Nov 06 2025
SLC International Airport Response to FAA Reduction in Flights
The Salt Lake City International Airport has been included in a list released by the Federal Aviation Administration of U.S. airports that may experience a reduction in flights beginning Nov. 7, 2025.
Nov 04 2025
SLC International Airport to Host Art Open House
The Salt Lake City Department of Airports (SLCDA) is hosting an Art Open House to highlight the latest large-scale art installation titled “Swallows in Flight.”