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$82+ Cheap flights from Denver (DEN) to Chico, CA

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DEN — SMF
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Denver Intl to Chico are usually found in August or September, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Frontier)

One-way from

$82
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$274
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Cheapest flights from Denver to Chico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to Chico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/99:25 amDEN - SMF
Nonstop2h 41mFrontier
Sun 5/1111:56 amSMF - DEN
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$147
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/97:00 amDEN - SMF
1 stop6h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1111:56 amSMF - DEN
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/277:15 pmDEN - SMF
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Tue 6/34:20 pmSMF - DEN
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/239:40 pmDEN - SMF
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/254:10 pmSMF - DEN
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$226
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/88:20 amDEN - SMF
1 stop5h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/102:50 pmSMF - DEN
1 stop5h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/105:30 amDEN - SMF
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Thu 5/155:15 pmSMF - DEN
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/16$246
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/167:06 pmDEN - SMF
1 stop5h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 7/212:56 pmSMF - DEN
1 stop8h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$334

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Denver to Chico 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Denver to Chico that are best for you.

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Chico

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DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Fri 5/9

9:25 am-11:06 am

Nonstop2h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/11

11:56 am-3:26 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$147

DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Fri 5/9

7:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/11

11:56 am-3:26 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$201

DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Tue 5/27

7:15 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/3

4:20 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$207

DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Tue 5/27

12:54 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/3

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$217

DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Fri 5/23

9:40 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/25

4:10 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$226

DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Thu 5/8

8:20 am-12:46 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/11

8:15 am-9:15 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$245

DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Wed 7/16

7:06 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/21

2:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$334

DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Sun 7/6

8:30 am-10:09 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$82

DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Wed 5/28

9:30 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$99

DenverSacramento

DEN - SMF

DENSMF

Denver Intl

Sun 5/25

7:15 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$108

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to Chico

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Denver to Chico

How far ahead should I book a flight from Denver to Chico?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to Chico. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Denver to Chico. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Chico (average of $284). Flying from Denver to Chico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 CH1?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver to Chico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Denver to Chico?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Denver to Chico. Price data was last updated on December 1, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Denver to Chico flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Denver to Chico

Explore weekly flight availability from Denver to Chico. 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 April 17, 2025.

The most flights from DEN to CH1 are scheduled on a Thursday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Chico by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chico ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Chico when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Chico by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chico, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chico

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chico. 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 Chico. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Denver to Chico have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,385 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Chico from Denver, you will be flying from Denver Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Denver Intl (DEN) is located 18.5 mi from the center of Denver. There are 16 flights from Denver Intl to Chico per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Denver to Chico flight route?

    Within the past month, 53 users have taken a look at flights from Denver Intl to Chico.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Denver to Chico are Frontier ($82), Southwest ($99), and United Airlines ($108).

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

    Before booking your flight to Chico from Denver, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Frontier (87%), Air Canada (82%), United Airlines( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Denver to Chico?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $86. While the most popular route (Denver Intl - Sacramento Intl) can be booked for $153 on average our data indicates $237 when flying from Denver to Chico.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Denver to Chico 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 Chico?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Chico (average of $284). Flying from Denver to Chico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Denver to Chico

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Denver to Chico. 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$51Average$123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$150Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$307Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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