Travelling from Denver to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Denver's main airport is Denver International Airport (DEN). Explore your options for flying out of this base when searching for flights from Denver to San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
Hop on a direct flight from Denver to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 43 minutes.
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 1 hour behind Denver.
Denver International Airport (DEN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the most popular route. There are 128 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 22:55. Go for the first DEN to SFO departure operated by Frontier Airlines at 05:01 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Denver to SFO.
Travelling during a peak month like July? High seasons (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Denver International Airport (DEN) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Denver to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) operate out of this terminal.
At DEN, there's a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Denver to San Francisco International Airport, including:
The distance from central Denver to DEN is around 40 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
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About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Book a hotel near SFO if you're catching a late flight from Denver to San Francisco International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 47 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Denver to San Francisco International Airport is $51. The cheapest price for a return flight is $83. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag flight tickets from Denver to SFO, reserve your trip 8 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Denver to San Francisco International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Denver to SFO.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Denver to San Francisco International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Denver to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
February is the quietest time to travel to San Francisco. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Denver to San Francisco International Airport.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Book your flights from Denver to SFO in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap flights from Denver to San Francisco International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Francisco
After locking in your flight from Denver to San Francisco International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Francisco:
Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your San Francisco to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Lombard Street.
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