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$78

Average price roundtrip

$389.04

Average Going deal price roundtrip

$247.26

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Going found the most deals with travel dates in October.

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Going found the least deals with travel dates in June.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of Denver (DEN)

Book your trip during the Goldilocks Window

When it comes to booking flights, there are certain windows when you’re more likely to get a cheaper flight. For domestic travel, we suggest booking flights 1-3 months in advance. For international trips, bump that up to 2-8 months in advance. This is what we call the Goldilocks Window—the not-too-early, not-too-late sweet spot when cheap fares are most apt to crop up.

If you don’t have the luxury of being flexible with your travel dates, however, or you have to fly during the high season, we’d recommend looking at fares even further ahead of time. Travelers who want to fly during the December holidays, for instance, should start looking at airfare in July.

It’s also important to note that while last-minute deals do happen from time to time, prices are more likely to jump at the 21-day, 14-day, and 7-day marks before a flight, so be sure to lock in your fare before those dates if you can.

Consider trying the Greek Islands Trick

Sometimes the place you really want to go is a destination that always seems to be on the expensive side of the airfare spectrum. If you have your heart set on Santorini, for example, it’s easy to balk at fares from Denver in the $1,500 range. Before ditching your travel dreams, though, consider flying from Denver to London for around $700 roundtrip. Even if you add a $200 flight from London to Santorini, you still save a few hundred dollars. While we call this the Greek Islands Trick, it’s a technique that can work just as well for itineraries all over the world.

The idea is to find the cheapest fare that gets you relatively close to where you ultimately want to end up—in this case, getting from Denver to Europe. Then you need to find a separate transportation mode to get you the rest of the way. It could be a low-cost flight or even a train or ferry. And, yes, it does take a bit more work on your part. But it’s worth looking into since it can save you quite a bit of cash.

Look at alternate airports nearby (or not so nearby)

If you live in or near Denver, you may never think about flying out of any other airport besides DEN. But all it takes is a jaw-dropping deal on a long-haul flight from another airport (how does $63 from Atlanta to Chile roundtrip sound?) to make you reconsider your departure location.

Unexpected deals pop up occasionally that, while they may not be from your closest airport, might mean huge savings. Booking that super cheap flight from Atlanta to Chile means booking a separate flight from Denver to Atlanta, sure, but when the latter might cost less than $100, you’re still getting a screaming deal on a Chile vacation.

Travel when it’s cheaper to fly

Some periods are understood as more popular travel seasons. During the summer, for instance, families can more readily travel because the kids are out of school—and even if school schedules don’t factor into your holiday travel plans, summer weather is usually a big draw for vacationers. With demand for flights higher during peak seasons like summer, airlines routinely raise fares.

To save a little money, consider traveling during a destination's shoulder seasons—usually spring and fall, sitting between high and low seasons on both ends. Prices will be lower than during the peak season, and the weather will usually be nicer than during the low season. If you aren’t bothered by a destination’s low-season weather, visiting during the least-busy travel season can save you even more money.

And, if you really need to travel during what is a busy season, aim for flying on the cheaper days of the week: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Avoid Fridays and Sundays, which are usually the more expensive days to fly.

Set up fare alert emails

Watching ticket prices fluctuate as you wait for a great deal can be time-consuming, we know. The good news is that you can let technology do the work for you. Several months before your planned trip, you can sign up for fare alerts for the itinerary you want. You’ll get emails when the fare drops, so you can book when the price is right. If your travel plans are flexible, remember that you’ll have to set up a fare alert for each potential itinerary.

Denver International Airport is a major hub for United Airlines, a focus city for Frontier Airlines, and the largest operating base for Southwest Airlines. There are a total of 25 airlines serving DEN, with nonstop flights to more than 215 destinations around the world, and it’s one of the busiest airports in the country. Given this reach, you’ll be able to get to most of the places around the US and the world where you may want to go with one connection if not on a nonstop flight.

Frequently asked questions about flying from Denver (DEN)

What is the airport code for Denver International Airport International Airport?

The airport code for Denver International Airportis DEN.

Does Denver International Airport International Airport (DEN) have its own on-site hotel?

The Westin Denver International Airport Hotel is a few steps from the terminal building, just across the Plaza from the terminal’s south doors. There’s an indoor pool, fitness center, and multiple restaurant options. Room rates start around $400 per night.

What lounges are available at Denver International Airport (DEN)?

  • American Airlines Admirals Club: Located at the north end of the A gates concourse and open from 4:45am-7:30pm daily. The lounge offers free WiFi and food for purchase. Access is free for Admirals Club members, American Airlines travelers flying first or business class, Citi/AAdvantage Executive World Elite MasterCard cardholders with an AA boarding pass, ConciergeKey members with an AA boarding pass, and AirPass members with Admirals Club privileges. It’s also available to British Airways Club World travelers and Executive Club Gold or Silver members who are flying to London Heathrow on BA218. Day passes are also available for $59.

  • American Express Centurion Lounge: Located on the mezzanine of the C gates concourse near C46 and open from 5am-9pm daily. This is DEN’s only non-airline lounge, offering local beers, freshly cooked food, and free WiFi. Access is free for Centurion members, AmEx Platinum cardholders, and Delta SkyMiles Reserve cardholders.

  • British Airways Executive Club: Located in the A gates concourse, this lounge is temporarily closed. See American Airlines Admirals Club information above for information about access for BA travelers.

  • Delta Sky Club: Located in the A gates concourse on Level 4 of the Center Core, open from 4:45am-1am daily. There are complimentary drinks, food, and WiFi. Sky Club access is free for Sky Club members, Delta’s and Air France’s first-class or business-class ticketholders, SkyMiles Reserve cardholders, and AmEx Platinum cardholders with a Delta boarding pass.

  • United Club–East: Located in the B gates concourse, this lounge is temporarily closed.

  • United Club–West: Located in the B gates concourse near B30, open from 6:45am-7:30pm daily. Amenities include a self-service bar, breakfast and afternoon snacks, and free WiFi. Access is free for United Club members, travelers flying first or business class on United or its Star Alliance partners, United Club Infinite cardholders, and some elite-status United or Star Alliance frequent flyers. Day Passes are also available for $59.

  • United Club–Fly: Located in the B gates concourse near B62, open from 7am-8pm daily. This is United’s “first-ever grab-and-go” lounge, offering packaged snack options to take on your flight. Access is the same as listed above for United Club–West.

Does Denver International Airport (DEN) have facilities for those traveling with pets?

All service animals must be kept on a leash, and non-service animals kept in their kennels except when using the pet relief areas. Each of the three concourses has at least one pet relief area, and there’s also an outdoor pet relief area outside door 200 on the terminal’s western side.

Pet Relief Areas:

  • A Concourse: Near center core, A15, A17, and A25
  • B Concourse: Near center core and B16
  • C Concourse: Near center core

There’s also Wag Hotels, a “pet resort” for boarding dogs and cats while you travel. It’s located near the Pikes Peak airport shuttle parking lot on 75th Avenue.

How many terminals are there in Denver International Airport (DEN)?

Denver International Airport has one terminal, the Jeppesen Terminal, with three concourses: A, B, and C. International arrivals come through concourse A.

  • Concourse A: Food and options in the A concourse include Denver Chophouse, Blue Sky Bar, Ben & Jerry’s, and an assortment of fast food outlets. There’s a Duty Free here, the Tattered Cover Book Store, and several other local and chain shops. The American Airlines Admirals Club, British Airways Executive Club, and Delta Sky Club lounges are in this concourse.

  • Concourse B: Dining options are plentiful in Concourse B, including lots of fast food chains as well as Voodoo Doughnut, Wolfgang Puck, Smashburger, City Pho, and Half Moon Empanadas. There’s a Duty Free and Tattered Cover Book Store in this concourse, too, as well as an assortment of souvenir shops. Both of United’s lounges are located here.

  • Concourse C: There’s another Smashburger in Concourse C, a variety of fast food, along with Woody Creek Bakery & Cafe, Little Man Ice Cream, Root Down, and La Casita. This is where you’ll find Kiehl’s, SEE’s Candies, Colorado Limited, and another Tattered Cover Book Store. The American Express Centurion Lounge is also in Concourse C.

Does DEN have CLEAR?

At Denver Airport, CLEAR is available on the east side of the North Security Checkpoint (open 4am-7:45pm) for CLEAR travelers with TSA PreCheck. Those without TSA PreCheck must use the CLEAR lane at the South Security Checkpoint (open 24/7).

Does DEN have TSA PreCheck?

DEN’s North Security Checkpoint (open 4am-7:45pm) is the primary one for TSA PreCheck travelers. There are also a few PreCheck lanes open in the South Security Checkpoint near Bag Claim 7 from 4am-5:45pm.

Does DEN have Global Entry?

Global Entry kiosks are available at Denver International Airport for international arrivals.

How early should I arrive to Denver International Airport International Airport (DEN) before my flight?

The general recommendations for how early to get to the airport are two hours for domestic flights and three hours for international flights. You may be able to adjust that for your specific trip, depending on a few things.

  • How big is the airport? Denver isn’t as gargantuan as some airports we could name, but it’s no tiny regional airport, either. The train connecting the main terminal building to the concourses takes about 10 minutes to reach the C concourse, which is furthest from the terminal.

  • Where is your gate? If your gate happens to be at one end or the other of the concourse, give yourself 5-7 minutes to walk from the airport train to your gate.

  • Do you need to check in at the airport? Airlines have cutoff times for checking in, usually 30-60 minutes before departure, after which you won’t be able to get on the plane. If you’re not able to check in online for any reason, give yourself extra time to check in at the counter.

  • Do you need to check a bag? There’s also a cutoff time for checking bags, usually 45-60 minutes before departure, so allow extra time to check any bags you aren’t carrying on the plane.

  • How busy is the airport going to be? DEN says security waits can be about a half-hour (for standard screening) on average, but that doesn’t take busy travel periods into consideration. If you’re flying around a holiday, the busy summer season, or on a Friday or a Sunday, the wait times at security will be much longer. Not only that, the train to the concourses may be full enough that you have to wait for the next (hopefully emptier) one.

The bottom line is that if you’re traveling light during the off-season and have checked in early, you may be able to get to Denver Airport an hour before your flight (though 1.5-2 hours is going to be the best bet most of the time). During especially busy times, or if you need to check in or check a bag, you may need to arrive 3-4 hours before your flight.

How far is Denver International Airport (DEN) from downtown Denver?

Denver International Airport International Airport (DEN) is about 30 miles from downtown Denver via the most direct roads.

What are the different transportation options for going from the city center to Denver International Airport (DEN)?

There are several options for traveling from Denver to DEN.

  • By taxi or rideshare: Downtown Denver is about 30 miles from the airport, a trip that can take 45-50 minutes even when there isn’t much traffic—be sure to allow for even more travel time if you’re headed to the airport during rush hour. A rideshare trip may cost anywhere from $40-90, depending on traffic and demand. There’s a flat rate charge for taxis coming from four popular “zones” in the Denver metro area. From downtown Denver proper, for instance, a taxi to the airport costs $71.03. From Tower Road, it costs $36.03. Metered taxi trips usually cost between $80-100.

  • By public transportation: Denver’s A Line commuter train runs from Denver Union Station downtown to the airport in 37 minutes. Trains operate between 3am-12:30am, leaving downtown every 15 minutes during the busiest travel times and every 30 minutes outside those peak hours. A train ticket costs $10.50. There are also a few RTD public bus lines in Denver that serve the airport station: AB, AT, 104L, 145X, and 169L. Tickets for bus trips to the airport are also $10.50.

How do I find cheap flights from Denver to Europe?

Many of the cheap international flights out of Denver will be to Europe, with a number of daily flights heading to Germany, the UK, France, Iceland, and Switzerland. Flights to other cities and regions involve a layover, either in Europe or the US. From Denver, direct flights to Europe take anywhere from 7.5 hours (Iceland) to 9 hours (Germany).

From Denver, there are direct flights to Frankfurt (Lufthansa, United); London (Norwegian Air to Gatwick and British Airways and United to Heathrow); Munich (Lufthansa); Paris (Norwegian); Reykjavik (Icelandair), and Zurich (Edelweiss Air).

Regular prices for a roundtrip flight from Denver to Europe range from $900-$1,500 in high season and $800-$1,300 in low season. A good price on a roundtrip flight from Denver to Europe is anything under $650 in high season and $500 in low season.

How do I find cheap flights from Denver to Asia?

Almost all cheap flights from Denver to Asia will involve a layover on the West Coast (LAX, SFO, or SEA), with one exception: United’s 12-hour flight to Tokyo. You may want to compare the cost of booking one itinerary from Denver to Asia versus booking a cheap flight to another US city and then snagging an international deal from there.

From DEN, the only nonstop flight is to Tokyo, Japan (NRT) on United.

Regular prices for a roundtrip flight from Denver to Asia range from $1,200-$1,800 in high season and $850-$1,400 in low season. A good price on a roundtrip flight from Denver to Asia is anything under $800 in high season and $650 in low season.

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* Prices are per person and include all taxes & fees in USD. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing, however, prices are not guaranteed, as airline pricing can change by the minute. Average Going fares are based on average prices of deals found by Going.

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