Can I fly direct from Denver to Los Angeles?

Yes, direct flights are available from Denver to Los Angeles. Historically, approximately 46.3% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connections, the median number of stopovers has been 2. Travelers have a good chance of finding a non-stop option for this route.

What's the flight time from Denver to Los Angeles?

The median direct flight time from Denver to Los Angeles is 2 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of 1385 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, typically around 9 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should consider direct options for a significantly shorter journey.

How often do cheap flights from Denver to Los Angeles come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Denver to Los Angeles come up frequently. This route is known for its regular availability of deals. Travelers can typically find favorable prices with consistent regularity across the trailing quarter.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Denver to Los Angeles

2026-08-17 – 2026-08-22
DEN - Los Angeles
77% AI deal score
$146
$59
Round trip
2026-08-25 – 2026-08-26
DEN - Los Angeles
76% AI deal score
$149
$63
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2026-08-13 – 2026-08-19
DEN - Los Angeles
81% AI deal score
$139
$63
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2026-08-24 – 2026-08-27
DEN - Los Angeles
76% AI deal score
$148
$63
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2026-08-29 – 2026-08-31
DEN - Los Angeles
81% AI deal score
$145
$63
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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-18
DEN - Los Angeles
77% AI deal score
$152
$63
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2026-08-24 – 2026-08-25
DEN - Los Angeles
76% AI deal score
$149
$63
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2026-08-15 – 2026-08-18
DEN - Los Angeles
77% AI deal score
$152
$63
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2026-08-27 – 2026-08-31
DEN - Los Angeles
76% AI deal score
$147
$63
Round trip
2026-08-27 – 2026-08-29
DEN - Los Angeles
76% AI deal score
$149
$63
Round trip

Denver to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Denver to Los Angeles

For flights from Denver to Los Angeles, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once, with 46.3% of recent fares being direct. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates a route where you have options for both direct travel and journeys with intermediate stops.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Denver to Los Angeles, fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $91–$369, with a median of $246. Currently, 22% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that while some deals are available, prices are generally higher than the median.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Denver to Los Angeles? The most affordable month to fly is typically October, with a median fare of $59. Following closely, September also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $69. May is another economical option, showing a median fare of $88.

A typical journey from Denver to Los Angeles takes about 2h 32m, including connections. This median duration reflects the overall travel time, encompassing both direct flights and those with stopovers. Direct flights on this route also have a median duration of 2h 32m, while connecting flights typically extend to 12h 29m.

The distance between Denver and Los Angeles is approximately 1385 kilometers. This makes it a short-haul route, meaning you can expect a relatively quick flight. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices frequently.

How much is a round trip from Denver to Los Angeles

Regular price: $87 - $223

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Denver to Los Angeles.

The regular price range for flights from Denver to Los Angeles is $87 to $223. The current lowest deal is $58 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 15.

now $58

Low $87

High $223

The cheapest time to fly from Denver to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Denver to Los Angeles is October, with a median price of $68. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $395. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $68

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $395

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Denver to Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Denver to Los Angeles

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$140

$66

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$118

$66

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$145

$66

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$139

$63

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$118

$66

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$152

$63

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Denver to Los Angeles

2 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 21

$268 → $124

54%

4 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 26

$229 → $90

61%

3 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 24

$231 → $94

59%

6 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 28

$221 → $96

57%

Popular Airports to fly from Denver to Los Angeles

Denver - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Denver to Los Angeles are above the typical level at $58.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $68

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Los Angeles, with a median price of $68.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 32m

The typical direct flight from Denver to Los Angeles takes 2 hours and 32 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

46.3% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 46.3% of flights from Denver to Los Angeles are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are below $91

Historically, 22% of recent fares from Denver to Los Angeles were considered good deals.

Denver main airports to depart from

Denver International (DEN)

Cheapest

Denver International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Los Angeles.

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

💸 Flights from ~$60

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub, offering many connections to and from Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$60

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative for travelers heading to North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$131

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

78% AI deal score

$1,558

$665

Save $893

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, booking flights from Denver to Los Angeles 60+ days in advance typically offers the lowest average prices, around $217. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked within 7-13 days of travel have an average price of $367, while those booked 0-6 days out average $476. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Denver to Los Angeles is considered a good deal at or below $91. The median price for this route over the same period was $246. For travelers seeking more budget-friendly options, aiming for fares under $91 can result in substantial savings compared to the typical price range.

Historically, October has offered some of the cheapest flights from Denver to Los Angeles, with a median price of $59. September also presented favorable prices, with a median of $69. While May had a median price of $88, the annual median price for this route was $246, indicating that certain months provide significantly better value than others.

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Denver to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Denver to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Denver to Los Angeles

Regular price: $87 - $223

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Denver to Los Angeles.

The regular price range for flights from Denver to Los Angeles is $87 to $223. The current lowest deal is $58 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 15.

now $58

Low $87

High $223

The cheapest time to fly from Denver to Los Angeles

October

Cheapest

Flights from $68

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $395

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Denver to Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Denver to Los Angeles

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$140

$66

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$118

$66

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$145

$66

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$139

$63

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$118

$66

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Los Angeles

Denver (DEN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$152

$63

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Denver to Los Angeles

2 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 21

$268 → $124

54%

4 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 26

$229 → $90

61%

3 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 24

$231 → $94

59%

6 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 28

$221 → $96

57%

Popular Airports to fly from Denver to Los Angeles