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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento to Denver? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P8,813. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Denver.P8,759 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Denver International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Denver International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,759, select.
Denver.P8,813 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,813, select.
Denver.P9,796 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Denver International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Denver International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,796, select.
Denver.P10,333 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,333, select.
Denver.P13,026 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Denver International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Denver International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,026, select.
Denver.P13,821 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,821, select.
Denver.P14,234 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Fri, 3 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Denver International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Denver International on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P14,234, select.
Denver.P15,173 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Denver International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Denver International on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P15,173, select.
Denver.P16,258 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Sun, 29 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,258, select.
Denver.P16,698 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Fri, 8 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,698, select.
Denver.P17,253 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,253, select.
Denver.P18,458 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Denver International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Denver International on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,458, select.
Denver.P19,963 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P19,963, select.
Denver.P21,248 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Denver International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,248, select.
Denver.P22,444 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Fri, 3 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Denver International on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,444, select.
Denver.P23,786 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P23,786, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Denver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento to Denver flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from P16,258
Apr
from P8,813
May
from P9,796
Jun
from P15,173
Jul
from P18,458
Aug
from P27,052
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from P27,235
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Direct flights from Sacramento to Denver

Alternative Sacramento to Denver routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sacramento to Denver? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Denver Arapahoe Co

1km from central Denver
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Broomfield

23km from central Denver
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Denver International

30km from central Denver
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Northern Colorado Regional

79km from central Denver
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Sacramento to Denver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP8,759
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week143

Finding cheap flights from Sacramento to Denver: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Denver: Denver Arapahoe Co, Broomfield, Denver International, and Northern Colorado Regional.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento to Denver is P8,759. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento to Denver.
Southwest Airlines, United and Air Canada fly direct from Sacramento to Denver.
As of March 2026, there are 143 flights per week flying from Sacramento to Denver.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Denver is usually April.
If you're flying from Sacramento, the cheapest airport near Denver is Denver International – which is 29.9 km away from the centre of Denver. We've found flights into this airport from P8,759.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento to Denver on Monday, 27 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Denver but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Denver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Denver, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging -6°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Denver is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Sacramento to Denver: what you need to know

  • Begin your journey at one of Sacramento's main airports, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK). Check out your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Denver taking off from either of these.

  • Disembark at Denver International Airport (DEN). This is the primary arrival point in Denver.

  • Take a direct Sacramento to Denver flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Denver is one hour ahead of Sacramento and is in the UTC-6 timezone.

  • The most popular route for flights from Sacramento to Denver is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Denver International Airport (DEN). There are 62 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SMF to DEN is the 05:00 Southwest Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 20:55 with Southwest Airlines.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Sacramento to Denver flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Denver

  • P4,420 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Denver. A return flight starts from P8,759. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap Sacramento to Denver flights, reserve your trip two months before your planned departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Sacramento to Denver. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Sacramento to Denver by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Sacramento to Denver flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Sacramento

Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • You can book a direct flight from Sacramento to Denver jetting off from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Start your journey at SMF and land at Denver International Airport (DEN).

  • Well-known carriers that offer direct Sacramento to Denver plane tickets departing from SMF include:

  • Travelling from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Need a hotel to stay at before your flight from Sacramento to Denver? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get a good night's rest here before heading to Sacramento International Airport.

  • Sacramento International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SMF land at their destination as scheduled 82.15% of the time.

  • SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.

Arriving in Denver

Denver International Airport (DEN)

  • Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometers away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Hop off your flight from Sacramento to Denver and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a convenient option a short drive from DEN, check out The Westin Denver International Airport.

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Denver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Denver and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, book your ride from Denver International Airport around one week in advance of your Sacramento to Denver flight.

  • DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.

Best time to go to Denver

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sacramento to Denver. July is the most popular month to travel to Denver. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your Sacramento to Denver tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Denver, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Sacramento to Denver in January when temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Denver

Explore more of United States

  • Colorado Springs is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Denver. Around 105 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in United States, consider Aurora, roughly 13 kilometres east of Denver. Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sacramento to Denver

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