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$38+ Cheap flights from Denver (DEN) to California

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DEN — LAX
Dec 29 — Jan 51
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From Denver Intl to California
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Tue 12/3110:29 pmDEN - ONT
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Sat 1/412:59 amONT - DEN
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$78
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Tue 12/3110:55 pmDEN - LAX
Nonstop2h 35mFrontier
Tue 1/146:43 pmLAX - DEN
Nonstop2h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$112
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Wed 12/2510:21 pmDEN - LAS
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
Thu 12/269:26 pmLAS - DEN
1 stop9h 13mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$117
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Mon 12/305:30 amDEN - SAN
1 stop4h 30mFrontier
Wed 1/82:32 pmSAN - DEN
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$153
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Mon 12/306:00 amDEN - BUR
1 stop5h 18mFrontier
Wed 1/111:18 amBUR - DEN
Nonstop2h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$182
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Tue 12/3110:20 pmDEN - SFO
1 stop20h 51mFrontier
Sat 1/113:15 pmSFO - DEN
1 stop4h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$185
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Tue 12/3110:05 amDEN - SNA
Nonstop2h 39mFrontier
Tue 1/142:08 pmSNA - DEN
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$221
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Tue 12/3110:29 pmDEN - ONT
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/1411:14 amONT - DEN
2 stops10h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$275
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2610:10 amDEN - SJC
Nonstop2h 40mFrontier
Fri 1/103:59 pmSJC - DEN
1 stop7h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$304
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Sun 12/296:29 pmDEN - LAX
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Tue 12/315:50 pmLAX - DEN
Nonstop2h 23mDelta
Deal found 12/22$308
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Mon 12/3010:25 pmDEN - PSP
1 stop20h 06mFrontier
Thu 1/26:31 pmPSP - DEN
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$321
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Sat 12/289:27 amDEN - SFO
1 stop14h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/306:43 pmSFO - DEN
1 stop17h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$327

Find flights from Denver to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Denver to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 24, 2024.

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DenverPalm Springs

DEN - PSP

DENPSP

Denver Intl

Fri 1/24

4:58 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Palm Springs

Sun 1/26

11:56 am-3:07 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$39

DenverLas Vegas

DEN - LAS

DENLAS

Denver Intl

Sun 2/23

10:44 pm-11:54 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/27

9:48 pm-12:48 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$71

DenverSan Diego

DEN - SAN

DENSAN

Denver Intl

Sat 2/1

10:15 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

San Diego

Fri 2/28

12:48 pm-4:16 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$71

DenverLos Angeles

DEN - LAX

DENLAX

Denver Intl

Thu 1/23

10:57 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

6:30 am-10:01 am

Nonstop2h 31m

$77

DenverOntario

DEN - ONT

DENONT

Denver Intl

Sat 1/25

10:15 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Ontario

Sun 1/26

6:50 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$77

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Wed 4/9

10:00 am-11:26 am

Nonstop2h 26m

Reno

Wed 4/16

12:27 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$78

DenverSanta Ana

DEN - SNA

DENSNA

Denver Intl

Sat 1/11

2:17 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/14

2:08 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$81

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Sat 2/1

10:15 pm-12:09 am

Nonstop2h 54m

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

3:18 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$82

DenverBurbank

DEN - BUR

DENBUR

Denver Intl

Fri 2/21

9:52 am-11:33 am

Nonstop2h 41m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 2/25

5:13 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$85

DenverSan Jose

DEN - SJC

DENSJC

Denver Intl

Mon 1/13

10:28 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

San Jose

Sun 1/19

1:11 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$96

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Travel insights for flights from Denver to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Denver to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Denver to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to California (average of $246). Flying from Denver to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DEN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 24, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Denver to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Denver to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Denver to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 24, 2024.

The most flights from DEN to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (99 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (66 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated December 24, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Denver to California, such as Frontier, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
9,555 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
3,258 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
9,009 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Denver to California Travel Guide

LAX, as it is known to most people, sits in Westchester, a suburban neighborhood in Los Angeles. The airport is located 18 miles from downtown LA. This airport is the second busiest in the United States. It’s the fourth busiest in the world. The airport served more than 87 million travelers in the year 2018.

San Francisco International Airport is also a connector airport for those who are traveling internationally. It’s around 13 miles from the downtown area of the city. This is California’s second busiest airport, while LAX is the busiest. The airport serves as a hub for a few major airlines.

Flying from Denver to San Francisco on a non-stop flight is an option as well. United and Frontier both offer choices for this trip.

Stopovers on your way to San Francisco include Seattle. Another stopover option with Delta is Minneapolis. These stops last a bit longer, sometimes up to four hours. United offers stops in Las Vegas.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Denver to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Do the airports in California have sustainable practices, and what are they?

    California's airports have deployed a series of initiatives to minimize their environmental impact. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is seeking to expand the use of sustainable aviation fuels, and their ground vehicles are electrically powered. San Diego International Airport (SAN) has also jumped on the sustainability bandwagon by adopting electric shuttles and disabling CNG fleet supplies. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has witnessed lower energy consumption per passenger due to its LEED-certified facilities.

  • Does Denver International Airport (DEN) have sustainable practices, and what are they?

    Denver International Airport has made a name for itself in the aviation arena by investing in eco-savvy measures. The airport features the largest solar farm in the United States, with four on-airport solar arrays. The hub's passenger gates host plug-in energy sources for its planes, and its terminals feature multiple water-refilling stations. Additionally, DEN has plans to cease gas and oil operations and expand LEED-certified concourses.

  • Do the airlines on this route have sustainable practices, and what are they?

    If you are looking to fly with environmentally-responsible airlines, carriers like Frontier and Spirit Airlines are the most sustainable on this route, emitting 47% and 46% less carbon, respectively. Frontier has a youthful fleet and is working on upgrading its planes with ultra-efficient engines. In addition, they offer lighter plane seats and compostable cups. Spirit Airlines is delving into sustainable energy sources.

  • What airports serve Denver to California flights?

    Flying from Denver to somewhere in California will likely be dictated by where you want to go in the state. You can fly to Los Angeles for visiting the southern part of the state, or fly to San Francisco for visiting the northern part of the state. You’ll take-off from Denver International Airport and land at either Los Angeles International Airport, known as LAX, or at San Francisco International Airport.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Denver to California?

    If you want to fly directly from Denver to LAX, you can choose to book Frontier Airlines. The flights are sometimes cheaper than other options. You can also hop on a United flight in Denver and go to LAX non-stop. American Airlines and Delta offer direct flights between these two cities as well. Southwest is another option. The flights are about two and a half hours.

  • What are the stopover options between Denver to California?

    There are several different stopover places between Denver and Los Angeles. You could stop in Las Vegas on Spirit Airlines. You might also stop in Houston. American Airlines stops in Phoenix. Delta has flights stopping in Salt Lake City. Most of the stopovers are relatively short.

  • Do I need a passport or a visa to fly from Denver to California?

    You will not need your passport, nor will you need a visa to go to California from Denver. This is a completely domestic flight.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Denver to California?

    Located just 18.5 mi from the city center, Denver Intl (DEN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Denver.

  • How popular is this Denver to California flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Denver to California one-way?

    $38 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and United Airlines, with prices starting from $69 and $79, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Denver to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to California?

    Before booking your flight to California from Denver, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: EL AL (100%), Qatar Airways (100%), Virgin Atlantic( 100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Denver to California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $59. While the most popular route (Denver Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) can be booked for $71 on average our data indicates $1,121 when flying from Denver to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Denver to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Denver to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Denver to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Denver to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Denver to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Denver to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Denver to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to California (average of $246). Flying from Denver to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Alternative routes for Denver to California

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Top 6 airlines flying from Denver to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Denver to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$114Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$139Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$140Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$142Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

Helpful tips for your next trip to California

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to California. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • If you are looking to fly sustainably to California from Denver International Airport (DEN), employ green practices like carrying your compostable cutlery and earphones, packing light, and reserving economy-class flight tickets.
  • The Federal Aviation Administrator, which regulates civil activities in the US, has mapped out green practices for airlines, including optimizing their flight paths and using efficient landing, taxiing, and takeoff techniques.
  • Consider a web search for airlines' ESG reports or the Atmosfair Airline Index if you want aviation intel on how environmentally friendly the airlines on this route are and their sustainability goals.
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