Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport.
The timezone in Denver is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of San Diego.
Each week, there are 123 San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, opt for the 06:20 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:25 with Frontier Airlines.
To ensure you get on your SAN to DEN flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport. When you're ready to start your Denver adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of United States:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Frontier Airlines.
United Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for SAN to DEN flights, with 80.0% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SAN and DEN include:
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Denver International Airport (DEN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport flight is Rs6,134. A round-trip fare right now is Rs12,802. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SAN to DEN.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SAN to DEN.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SAN? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)
Once your San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport flight has touched down, relax at a nearby hotel. Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport is a comfy option that's not too far from DEN.
Travel at your own speed with a Denver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Denver and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Denver International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport to the centre of Denver has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Denver based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Denver International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Denver, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SAN to DEN sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Denver is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 105 kilometres south of Denver, a trip to Colorado Springs will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Aurora is another favourite destination in United States and is around 13 kilometres east of Denver. No trip is complete without dropping by Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc.
