The flight distance from Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) in Ruidoso, United States to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 995 kilometers (618 miles / 537 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 00:23 in Ruidoso, it's 00:23 in Salt Lake City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,583 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits lower than Sierra Blanca Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Ruidoso (RUI) follows a heading of 143° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.