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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Denver from $114

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DEN
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Denver Intl are usually found in September or January, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Denver

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Denver (DEN). 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 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$242

One-way from

$114

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$317

Good round-trip deal

$442 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 5/5-8/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 05m total
  • San Francisco to Denver
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 15/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 38m total
  • San Francisco to Denver
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Denver
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Denver. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Mon 5/505:10SFO - DEN
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Thu 8/510:20DEN - SFO
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/4$242
Mon 5/511:12SFO - DEN
Nonstop2h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/605:00DEN - SFO
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$271
Tue 13/512:05SFO - DEN
1 stop8h 10mAlaska Airlines
Wed 14/508:20DEN - SFO
1 stop9h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/4$315
Sat 17/516:21SFO - DEN
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Tue 20/515:35DEN - SFO
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 10/4$347
Thu 6/1111:30SFO - DEN
1 stop5h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 11/1114:30DEN - SFO
1 stop8h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 12/4$474
Mon 21/405:55SFO - DEN
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Thu 24/414:35DEN - SFO
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$664

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

05:10-12:30

1 stop6h 20m

Denver Intl

Thu 8/5

10:20-12:05

Nonstop2h 45m

$242

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

11:12-14:59

Nonstop2h 47m

Denver Intl

Wed 18/6

05:00-06:42

Nonstop2h 42m

$271

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

12:05-21:15

1 stop8h 10m

Denver Intl

Wed 14/5

08:20-16:41

1 stop9h 21m

$315

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Fri 2/5

14:34-21:15

1 stop5h 41m

Denver Intl

Mon 5/5

18:37-23:41

1 stop6h 04m

$322

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Sat 17/5

16:21-23:54

1 stop6h 33m

Denver Intl

Tue 20/5

15:35-21:49

1 stop7h 14m

$347

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Thu 15/5

05:00-08:38

Nonstop2h 38m

$114

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

07:00-12:30

1 stop4h 30m

$122

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Wed 14/5

12:05-21:15

1 stop8h 10m

$157

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Sat 31/5

16:21-23:54

1 stop6h 33m

$175

San FranciscoDenver

SFO - DEN

SFODEN

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

08:42-23:59

2 stops14h 17m

$187

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Denver

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Denver

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Denver. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Denver, you should look to book at least 24 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Denver (average of $981). Flying from San Francisco to Denver in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,617). 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 SFO to DEN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Denver. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Denver in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Denver

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Denver. 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 12 April 2025.

The most flights from SFO to DEN are scheduled on a Wednesday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (38 on average).

Rainfall in Denver by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Denver ranges from 13.0 - 58.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Denver when rainfall is around 13.0 mm.

Temperature in Denver by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Denver, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Denver

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Denver. 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 Denver. Reviews last updated 12 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco to Denver have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,912 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,366 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,644 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Denver. 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 San Francisco to Denver?

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Denver, you will be flying from San Francisco to Denver Intl. Flights to Denver Intl (DEN) from San Francisco (SFO) take 2h 25m for a nonstop flight. There are 46 flights from San Francisco to Denver per day from 1 airline.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Denver Intl have been viewed 36 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Denver round-trip from $242. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $271, and Alaska Airlines, from $315. Users have found that Southwest is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $114 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $122 and $157, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Denver are Frontier (93%), Virgin Australia (87%) and Air New Zealand (86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Denver is $124. On average you can expect to pay $442. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Denver Intl), can usually be booked for $315.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Denver (average of $981). Flying from San Francisco to Denver in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,617). 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 airline flying from San Francisco to Denver

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FrontierCheapest$103Average$119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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