7 Closest airports to Zion National Park Utah for the best trip

ByAdriana for Wanderlicious

Zion, frankly, is incredible. It’s one of my favourite National Parks in the USA but it’s important to know the closest airports to Zion National Park Utah. It’s full of incredible hikes, there are some cute vintage trading posts you need to visit along the way and even some stunning glamping nearby.

One of the closest airports that runs a lot of commercial flights is Las Vegas Airport, which is around 2-3 hours drive. But there are other airports which are a little closer you might want to look at.

We did a Utah Road Trip from Salt Lake City Airport to Las Vegas Airport over the course of 10 days.

Quick Mini Guide To Zion

Don’t have a lot of time? Here’s a quick mini guide to Zion National Park.

Hiking The Narrows, Zion National Park

Where to stay

Best Hikes & when to go

Riverside walk, the Narrows Hike or Angels Landing.

It’s best to go in Spring or Autumn. The summer becomes very hot & busy, so hike after 4pm.

Zion Entry Fee

$35 per vehicle up to 15 people.

Car rental

Public transport is limited so car rental is your best option. Consider getting a 4×4 for the dirt roads.

Best Tours

The 7 Closest Airports to Zion National Park Utah

If you’re heading to Zion National Park in southern Utah, here’s the scoop on the best airports nearby. The closest one is Kanab Airport, about 45 miles away. But there are a few other options like St. George Regional Airport (SGU), around 48 miles out, Cedar City Regional Airport, about 80 miles away, and Colorado City Municipal Airport, also about 80 miles away. A good option is also St. George Regional Airport (SGU) since it’s the most convenient for most travelers.

  • Harry Reid International Airport ~ 170 miles (Las Vegas Airport)
  • St. George Regional Airport (SGU) ~ 48 miles
  • Cedar City Regional Airport ~ 80 miles
  • Colorado City Municipal Airport ~ 80 miles
  • Kanab Airport ~ 45 miles
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) ~ 311 miles
  • Page Municipal Airport (PGA) ~ 106 miles

Harry Reid International Airport

Closest international airport to Zion.

  • Distance to Zion: About 170 miles (2 hours 50 minutes drive)
  • Address: 5757 Wayne Newton Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
  • Website: harryreidairport.com
  • Phone: +1 702-261-5211

Pros:

  • Lots of flight options and amenities.
  • Plenty of rental cars and competitive rates.
  • Flights are likely to be cheaper as there’s plenty of low cost carriers and competition.

Cons:

  • Longer drive (about 2.5-3 hours).
  • Traffic can be a hassle, especially in Vegas.

St. George Regional Airport (SGU)

Closest major commercial airport to Zion National Park, just over an hour’s drive away!

  • Address: 4550 S Airport Pkwy, St. George, UT 84790, USA
  • Distance to Zion: About 48 miles (1 hour 10 minutes drive)
  • Website: flysgu.com
  • Phone: +1 435 627 4080

Getting from SGU to Zion:

  • Driving: It’s a 1 hour 10 minute drive along UT-9. Rental cars are easy to find at the airport.
  • Shuttle: Services like Zion Park Shuttle and Zion Rock Canyon Shuttle offer rides for $30-50 per person each way.
  • Taxis/Rideshares: Uber or Lyft will cost around $70-90 one way.
  • Zion Shuttle: Once you’re at Zion, the park’s free shuttle buses run every 5-15 minutes during peak season.
  • Car Rentals: Companies like Hertz and Avis allow you to return your rental at SGU after your Zion trip.
  • Hotels: If you get in late or leave early, consider staying overnight in St. George to break up the drive.

Cedar City Regional Airport

Another solid option, a bit farther out but still doable.

  • Address: 2560 Aviation Way St, Cedar City, UT 84721, USA
  • Distance to Zion: About 80 miles (1 hour 20 minutes drive)
  • Website: cedarcity.org
  • Phone: +1 435 867 9408

Getting from CDC to Zion:

  • Driving: About an 80-mile drive via UT-14 and UT-9.
  • Rental Cars: Hertz, Enterprise, and Budget are all here.
  • Shuttle: Zion Rock Canyon Shuttles run for $50-70 per person each way.
  • Shared Shuttles: From April to October, the Cedar City Visitor Center offers shuttles for $25 each way.
  • Taxis: A taxi will cost $150-200 each way.
  • Hotels: Staying overnight in Cedar City can be a good call if you arrive late or leave early.
The Closest airports to Zion National Park
Hiking the Zion Narrows

Colorado City Municipal Airport (CXO)

A smaller, more remote option. No commercial options available.

  • Address: 1599 W Airport Ave, Colorado City, AZ 86021, USA
  • Distance to Zion: About 80 miles (1 hour 45 minutes drive)
  • Website: tocc.us
  • Phone: +1 435 616 2871

Getting from CXO to Zion:

  • Driving: About 1 hour 45 minutes via UT-59 North and UT-9 North.
  • Airport Services: No commercial flights or major rental car companies.
  • Shuttles: None scheduled.
  • Taxis/Rideshares: Expensive and limited coverage.

Kanab Airport

The closest airport, great if you can arrange it.

  • Address: 2378 S Hwy 89a, Kanab, UT 84741, USA
  • Distance to Zion: About 45 miles (1 hour drive)
  • Website: kanab.utah.gov
  • Phone: +1 435 644 2299

Getting from KNZ to Zion:

  • Driving: About 1 hour via UT-89 and UT-9.
  • Shuttles: Zion Park Shuttle and Zion Rock Canyon Shuttle for $40-50 per person each way.
  • Taxis: Around $75-100 one way.
  • Rentals: Renting a car is the easiest way to go.

Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

A major airport, and a great place to start your Utah Road Trip down to Vegas. We drove from Salt lake down to Moab, and then did all the National Parks and State parks including Bryce National Park which you shouldn’t miss!

  • Address: 776 North Terminal Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84116, USA
  • Distance to Zion: About 311 miles (4 hours 40 minutes drive)
  • Website: slcairport.com
  • Phone: +1 801-575-2400

Pros:

  • Tons of flights, both domestic and international.
  • Lots of amenities and car rental options.

Cons:

  • Long drive to Zion (about 4.5-5 hours).
  • Busy airport can be a bit much.

Getting from SLC to Zion:

  • Driving: About 4 hours 40 minutes along I-15 South.
  • Shuttles/Buses: Available but less frequent.
  • Rental Cars: All major rental companies are here.

Page Municipal Airport (PGA)

A smaller, scenic option.

  • Address: 238 10th Avenue, Page, AZ 86040, USA
  • Distance to Zion: About 106 miles (2 hours drive)
  • Website: pageairport.com
  • Phone: +1 928-645-4262

Pros:

Cons:

  • Limited flights and amenities.
  • Smaller selection of rental cars.

Getting from PGA to Zion:

  • Driving: About a 2-hour drive via US-89 North.
  • Rental Cars: Available but book in advance.

Hope this helps you plan your trip to Zion! If you need more details, just let me know. Happy travels!

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