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$56+ Cheap flights from Denver to San Francisco (DEN - SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEN — SFO
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Denver Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Denver to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Denver (DEN) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$78
(Frontier)

One-way from

$56
(Trip.com)
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Cheapest flights from Denver to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sat 12/1410:15 pmDEN - SFO
Nonstop2h 56mFrontier
Mon 12/169:10 pmSFO - DEN
Nonstop2h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$79
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/1111:35 amDEN - SFO
Nonstop2h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/118:22 pmSFO - DEN
Nonstop2h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$177
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 12/175:02 pmDEN - SFO
1 stop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/118:20 amSFO - DEN
2 stops13h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/186:29 pmDEN - SFO
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Tue 12/245:55 amSFO - DEN
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Deal found 11/19$236
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/1010:10 amDEN - SFO
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Tue 12/104:55 pmSFO - DEN
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$238
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/198:22 pmDEN - SFO
1 stop12h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/118:20 amSFO - DEN
2 stops13h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$267

Find flights from Denver to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Denver to San Francisco 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Sat 1/18

10:15 pm-12:09 am

Nonstop2h 54m

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

9:10 pm-12:43 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$78

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Tue 2/11

1:20 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop5h 42m

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

4:39 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$167

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Wed 12/11

11:35 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

8:22 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$177

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Fri 1/17

6:05 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

3:52 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$216

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Sat 1/11

11:25 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

3:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$222

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Tue 12/17

12:45 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

7:00 am-11:29 pm

2 stops15h 29m

$224

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Tue 1/7

10:29 pm-7:14 am

1 stop9h 45m

$56

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Tue 2/18

6:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

$93

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Wed 2/19

2:26 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$98

DenverSan Francisco

DEN - SFO

DENSFO

Denver Intl

Sat 1/18

10:20 am-4:21 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$108

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Denver to San Francisco in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Denver-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Denver-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Denver-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Denver-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Denver-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Denver to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Denver to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Denver to San Francisco is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Denver to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Denver to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Denver to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Denver to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Denver to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Denver to San Francisco. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from DEN to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (40 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Denver to San Francisco, such as Frontier, United Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,389 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Denver to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Denver to San Francisco?

    If you book a flight from Denver to San Francisco, you will be flying from Denver Intl to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) from Denver Intl (DEN) take 2h 39m for a nonstop flight. There are 47 flights from Denver Intl to San Francisco per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Denver to San Francisco flight route?

    The Denver Intl to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 153 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Denver to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $78, Frontier will fly you from Denver to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $177 and $216, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 59% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $56. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Denver to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Denver to San Francisco are Frontier (89%), Emirates (87%) and Virgin Australia (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Denver to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Denver to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,141, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $55. The most popular route (Denver Intl - San Francisco), is priced around $66.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Denver to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Denver to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Denver to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 4 airlines flying from Denver to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Denver to San Francisco. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$57Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$140Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$149Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$186Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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