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SLC to DEN Turbulence Forecast

Is the Salt Lake City to Denver flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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Salt Lake City · Denver · 0h 47m
5.7
Turb Score
0h 47m
Duration
333 nm
Distance
33,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
light-moderate
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for SLC–DEN

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About the SLC–DEN route

The Salt Lake City to Denver domestic route is generally one of the smoother flights in the US network, covering 383 miles at around 33,000 feet. Turbulence is most common when weather systems cross the Midwest or when the flight path skirts the Rocky Mountains. Short duration means any rough patches pass quickly.

The route is served by Southwest, United, Frontier, Delta on Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 33,000 feet over a distance of 383 miles (333 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source.

Turbulence levels on SLC–DEN

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly SLC–DEN

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on SLC–DEN

Boeing 737

Front
Rows 1–14
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 15-22
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 23+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Salt Lake City to Denver flight turbulent?
The SLC–DEN route typically experiences light-moderate turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 5.7/100.
When is turbulence worst on SLC to DEN?
Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on SLC to DEN?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 15-22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from SLC to DEN?
The SLC to DEN flight takes approximately 0h 47m, covering 383 miles (333 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly SLC to DEN?
The main airlines operating this route are Southwest, United, Frontier, Delta, flying Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft.

Data Sources

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data