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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Denver

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Today’s best flight deals from San Jose to Denver

Explore current cheapest deals departing from San Jose to Denver

September 15 - September 29

Cheapest

SJC - Denver

$265

$185

Round trip

September 23 - September 29

SJC - Denver

$307

$211

Round trip

September 12 - September 15

SJC - Denver

$305

$235

Round trip

September 18 - September 22

SJC - Denver

$308

$235

Round trip

October 7 - October 24

SJC - Denver

$416

$235

Round trip

August 6 - August 12

Earliest

SJC - Denver

$294

$240

Round trip

October 21 - October 25

Best

SJC - Denver

$480

$240

Round trip

September 4 - September 8

SJC - Denver

$299

$241

Round trip

September 13 - September 16

SJC - Denver

$306

$242

Round trip

October 3 - October 6

SJC - Denver

$464

$245

Round trip

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Insights for flights from San Jose to Denver

A typical journey from San Jose to Denver takes about 11h 52m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. This medium-haul route covers a distance of 1522 km.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from San Jose to Denver, the fares right now are typically $276–$502, with a median of $358. Currently, fares are below the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Denver? The most affordable months to fly are typically December, with a median fare of $180, followed by January at $196, and February at $200. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings compared to other times of the year.
Most itineraries for flights from San Jose to Denver connect at least once, with only 11.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect a journey that includes at least one intermediate stop.

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Denver

Regular price: $220 - $332

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from San Jose to Denver.

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Denver is between $220 and $332. The current lowest deal is $185 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 29.

now $185

Low $220

High $332

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Denver

The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Denver is December, with a median price of $180. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $475. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $180

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $475

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Direct flights from San Jose to Denver

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Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Denver

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Denver

Frontier Airlines

San Jose (SJC) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$466

$390

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Denver

Frontier Airlines

San Jose (SJC) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$460

$391

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Denver

Frontier Airlines

San Jose (SJC) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$463

$390

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Denver

Frontier Airlines

San Jose (SJC) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$460

$390

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Denver

Frontier Airlines

San Jose (SJC) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$437

$370

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Denver

Frontier Airlines

San Jose (SJC) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$390

$327

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Jose to Denver

4 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 25

$480  →  $240

50%

3 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 6

$464  →  $245

47%

3 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 26

$480  →  $266

45%

6 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 14

$463  →  $251

46%

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Denver

San Jose - Denver route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Jose to Denver are below the typical level, with a median price of $358.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $180

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Denver, with a median price of $180.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 11h 52m

The median flight duration from San Jose to Denver is 11 hours and 52 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 11.8% direct flight share.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $185

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $185 from San Jose to Denver, valid September 15-September 29.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

San Jose main airports to depart from

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is a good option for flights to Denver, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$185

Denver main airports to arrive at

Denver International (DEN)

Cheapest

Denver International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights from San Jose to Denver.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$185

Airports nearby Denver used as alternative

Colorado Springs (COS)

Cheapest

Colorado Springs (COS) is a reliable alternative to Denver (DEN) with a robust flight schedule and full cabin class availability.

📍 ~110 km from Denver (reachable by car, approximately 1.5 hours drive depending on I-25 traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$303

Eagle County Regional (EGE)

Eagle County Regional (EGE) is a primary alternative for travelers in the western mountains, offering premium and business class options.

📍 ~160 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$369

Aspen–Pitkin County (ASE)

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

📍 ~180 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$328

Cheyenne Regional (CYS)

Cheyenne Regional (CYS) is geographically close to northern Denver, offering easy parking and fast security.

📍 ~150 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$438

Yampa Valley (HDN)

Yampa Valley (HDN) serves as a viable gateway for Northwest Colorado, with business class service on select routes.

📍 ~220 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$341

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Denver

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Jose to Denver is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for flights was around $241. Booking within 7-13 days of departure saw a significantly higher average price of $602. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $301, while booking 28-59 days in advance had an average price of $449.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from San Jose to Denver is considered to be $276 or less. The median price for this route over the trailing 90 days was $358. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $502 or less. Keeping an eye out for prices at or below the $276 threshold can help travelers secure a favorable fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from San Jose to Denver are December, January, and February. In December, the median price was $180, followed by January at $196, and February at $200. The annual median price for this route is $358, indicating that these winter months offer significant savings compared to the overall average. Travelers looking for the lowest fares should consider planning their trips during these months.

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