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Ogden, Utah

Ogden is a city in and the county seat of Weber County, Utah, United States, located approximately 10 miles (16 km) east of the Great Salt Lake and 40 miles (64 km) north of Salt Lake City. The population was 87,321 in 2020, according to the United States Census Bureau, making it Utah's eighth largest city.

Type CityPopulation 87,321

Why go

  • City in Utah, United States.
  • Served by Ogden Hinckley Airport (OGD).

History

Ogden is a city in and the county seat of Weber County, Utah, United States, located approximately 10 miles (16 km) east of the Great Salt Lake and 40 miles (64 km) north of Salt Lake City. The population was 87,321 in 2020, according to the United States Census Bureau, making it Utah's eighth largest city. The city served as a major railway hub through much of its history, and still handles a great deal of freight rail traffic which makes it a convenient location for manufacturing and commerce. Ogden is also known for its many historic buildings, proximity to the Wasatch Mountains, and as the location of Weber State University.

Airports

Ogden Hinckley Airport (OGD) 1.1 mi to the centre
Ogden, UT, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 1 airline (Allegiant Air) · direct flights to 1 destination incl. Mesa (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
  • Allegiant Air G4 (A319) · 1 route: Mesa

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

Indoor | Outdoor
Skypark Airport (BTF) 23 mi to the centre
Bountiful, UT, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Brigham City Regional Airport (BMC) 25 mi to the centre
Brigham City, UT, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Morgan County Airport 12 mi to the centre
Morgan, UT, US
Outdoor
Flying R Airport 15 mi to the centre
Huntsville, UT, US
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Ogden Hinckley Airport (OGD); 9 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: OGD has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Mesa).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Ogden, Utah. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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Tours & experiences