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October 27 - November 11

Cheapest

SMF - Denver

$265

$179

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October 27 - November 4

Cheapest

Best

SMF - Denver

$288

$179

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October 27 - November 18

Cheapest

SMF - Denver

$262

$179

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October 27 - November 17

SMF - Denver

$262

$186

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August 5 - August 12

Earliest

SMF - Denver

$267

$188

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October 20 - November 18

SMF - Denver

$259

$194

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October 20 - November 11

SMF - Denver

$259

$194

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October 20 - November 4

SMF - Denver

$262

$194

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November 16 - November 18

SMF - Denver

$296

$198

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November 2 - November 11

SMF - Denver

$280

$198

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Insights for flights from Sacramento to Denver

Fares for cheap flights from Sacramento to Denver are typically $178–$275, with a median of $229. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a particularly low fare might require some flexibility or timing.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Denver, May and April stand out as the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $188. Following these, July also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $218. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting a price alert can help you secure a good fare.

A typical journey from Sacramento to Denver takes about 5h 9m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and itineraries with layovers. Given that 56.9% of recent fares are non-stop, a meaningful share are non-stop, while the remaining itineraries typically connect once.

The distance between Sacramento and Denver is 1460 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience, whether you choose a direct flight or an itinerary with a single connection.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Denver

Regular price: $213 - $300

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to Denver is $213 to $300. The current lowest deal is $179 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 27-Nov 11.

now $179

Low $213

High $300

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Denver

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Denver is April, with a median price of $188. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $400. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

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Cheapest

Flights from $188

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $400

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Direct flights from Sacramento to Denver

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Denver

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Denver

Sacramento (SMF) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$541

$401

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Denver

Sacramento (SMF) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$600

$400

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Denver

Sacramento (SMF) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$603

$410

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Denver

Sacramento (SMF) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$604

$386

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Denver

Sacramento (SMF) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$515

$388

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Denver

Sacramento (SMF) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$611

$410

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sacramento to Denver

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$604 → $386

36%

4 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 24

$600 → $386

36%

3 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 24

$604 → $390

35%

4 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 25

$600 → $390

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Denver

Sacramento - Denver route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Sacramento to Denver are above the typical level, with a median price of $229.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April or May for the best prices

Historically, April and May offer the lowest median prices at $188 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 9m

The typical flight duration from Sacramento to Denver is 5 hours and 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines provides direct flights on this route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines: 1 direct deal found

Frontier Airlines has offered 1 direct deal recently for flights from Sacramento to Denver.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Sacramento to Denver are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport offers flights to Denver, making it a convenient departure option.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Denver main airports to arrive at

Denver International (DEN)

Cheapest

Denver International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Sacramento to Denver.

📍 ~40 km from Denver city center (reachable by car, bus, or rail).

💸 Flights from ~$179

Airports nearby Denver used as alternative

Colorado Springs (COS)

Cheapest

Colorado Springs (COS) is a practical alternative to Denver (DEN) due to its proximity and service level.

📍 ~100 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$266

Eagle County Regional (EGE)

Eagle County Regional (EGE) is a strong alternative for travelers located in the western mountains.

📍 ~160 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$389

Aspen–Pitkin County (ASE)

Aspen–Pitkin County (ASE) offers frequent service to major US hubs, with a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~160 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$330

Cheyenne Regional (CYS)

Cheyenne Regional (CYS) is geographically close to the northern Denver metro area with easy parking.

📍 ~80 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$322

Yampa Valley (HDN)

Yampa Valley (HDN) serves as a viable gateway for the Northwest Colorado region with business class service.

📍 ~200 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$397

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Denver

Denver, United States

44% AI deal score

$881

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Denver

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sacramento to Denver is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price is around $211. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees an average price of $239, while booking 60+ days out can result in significantly higher average prices of $393.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Sacramento to Denver is considered to be $178 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $229. Prices above $275 are typically in the more expensive range for this route.

Historically, April and May have been the cheapest months to fly from Sacramento to Denver, with a median price of $188 for both. While July has a median price of $218, it is still below the annual median price of $229. These months typically offer better value compared to other periods in the year.

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Insights for flights from Sacramento to Denver

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Denver

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Denver

Direct flights from Sacramento to Denver

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Denver

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sacramento to Denver

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Denver

Sacramento - Denver route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in April or May for the best prices

Direct flights take 5h 9m

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines: 1 direct deal found

Deals are frequent for this route

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Denver main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Denver used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Denver

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Denver

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