What percentage of Washington, D.C. to Denver flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 13.8% of flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers historically is 2. This suggests that direct options are less common for this route.

What's the flight time from Washington, D.C. to Denver?

The median direct flight time from Washington, D.C. to Denver is typically 7 hours and 16 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 11 hours and 16 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 2332 kilometers.

How much do direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver are typically 7% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is $500, while connecting flights have a median price of $469. Direct flights represent about 14% of the total flight options for this route in the trailing 90 days.

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Washington, D.C. to Denver: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

For flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver, fares typically range from $313–$674, with a median of $464. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver? The data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $393. Following closely are August, with a median fare of $404, and April, where the median fare is $409. These months generally offer better value for travelers.

Most itineraries for this route are not direct; most itineraries connect at least once, with only 13.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of connections is 2.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Denver? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 7h 16m. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries, with connecting flights having a significantly longer median duration of 23h 19m compared to non-stop flights at 7h 16m.

The distance from Washington, D.C. to Denver covers 2332 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight experience that is longer than short domestic trips but shorter than most international long-distance travel.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Regular price: $191 - $365

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for this route typically range from $191 to $365. The current lowest deal is $108 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from Feb 1-Feb 4.

now $108

Low $191

High $365

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver

The cheapest month to fly from Washington to Denver is August, with a median price of $340. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $822. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $340

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $822

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Feb

Apr

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Denver

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$468

$466

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Denver

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$475

$466

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Denver

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$434

$270

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Denver

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$315

$270

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Denver

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$226

$183

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Denver

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$209

$186

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

1 night

Dec 8 - Dec 9

$422 → $146

65%

4 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 12

$419 → $147

65%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$396 → $135

66%

2 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 3

$423 → $168

60%

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Washington, D.C. - Denver route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Denver are below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $393.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 23h 19m

Connecting flights to Denver typically take 23h 19m, while direct flights take 7h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 13.8% of recent flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has 1 recent direct flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Denver.

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Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver are frequent, appearing often.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers a convenient and often more affordable option for flights to Denver.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$88

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International provides another departure choice for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Denver.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$97

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a close-to-city option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Denver main airports to arrive at

Denver International (DEN)

Cheapest

Denver International Airport is a primary gateway to Denver, Colorado, offering convenient access for your trip.

📍 ~30 km from Denver (reachable by car, bus, or rail).

💸 Flights from ~$147

Airports nearby Denver used as alternative

Colorado Springs (COS)

Cheapest

Colorado Springs (COS) is a reliable alternative due to its size and robust flight schedule.

📍 ~110 km from Denver (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$277

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Denver

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver is typically 28-59 days before departure. Within this period, the average price for a flight is around $492. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a significantly higher average price of $948. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $630.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Denver is considered to be $313 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $464. Prices can range higher, with 75% of deals observed at $674 or less in the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver include January, with a median price of $393, and August, with a median price of $404. April also shows a relatively low median price of $409. The annual median price for this route is $464, indicating these months offer potential savings.

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Washington, D.C. to Denver: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Regular price: $191 - $365

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for this route typically range from $191 to $365. The current lowest deal is $108 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from Feb 1-Feb 4.

now $108

Low $191

High $365

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver

August

Cheapest

Flights from $340

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $822

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Denver

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$468

$466

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Denver

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$475

$466

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Denver

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$434

$270

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Denver

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$315

$270

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Denver

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$226

$183

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Denver

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines

$209

$186

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

1 night

Dec 8 - Dec 9

$422 → $146

65%

4 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 12

$419 → $147

65%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$396 → $135

66%

2 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 3

$423 → $168

60%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Washington, D.C. - Denver route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Denver are below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $393.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 23h 19m

Connecting flights to Denver typically take 23h 19m, while direct flights take 7h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 13.8% of recent flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has 1 recent direct flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Denver.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver are frequent, appearing often.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers a convenient and often more affordable option for flights to Denver.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$88

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International provides another departure choice for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Denver.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$97

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a close-to-city option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Denver main airports to arrive at

Denver International (DEN)

Cheapest

Denver International Airport is a primary gateway to Denver, Colorado, offering convenient access for your trip.

📍 ~30 km from Denver (reachable by car, bus, or rail).

💸 Flights from ~$147

Airports nearby Denver used as alternative

Colorado Springs (COS)

Cheapest

Colorado Springs (COS) is a reliable alternative due to its size and robust flight schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Denver

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Washington, D.C. to Denver: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Denver

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Washington, D.C. - Denver route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Connecting flights take 23h 19m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Washington, D.C. 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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When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver?

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What's the flight time from Washington, D.C. to Denver?

How much do direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver cost compared to connecting flights?

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Washington, D.C. to Denver: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Denver

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver

Washington, D.C. - Denver route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Connecting flights take 23h 19m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Denver main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Denver used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Denver

Best Elite deals to Denver

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What is a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Denver?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Washington, D.C. to Denver?