Flying from Phoenix to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Denver International Airport (DEN) taking off from either of these.
Take a direct flight from Phoenix to Denver International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 52 minutes.
Denver International Airport is located in Denver. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Phoenix.
The most popular route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Denver International Airport (DEN), with 199 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHX to DEN is the 05:00 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 23:57 with American Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Phoenix to DEN.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Phoenix to Denver International Airport (DEN) operate out of this terminal.
Choose from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Phoenix to Denver International Airport leaving from PHX. Head off on your trip with any of these:
From the centre of Phoenix, PHX is approximately 8 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix to Denver International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About Denver International Airport (DEN)
Hop off your flight from Phoenix to Denver International Airport and hop into your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfortable option a short journey from DEN, stay at SpringHill Suites Denver Airport.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
Denver International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Denver. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 34 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Denver International Airport (DEN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Denver International Airport is $46. The cheapest price for a return flight is $92. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find flight tickets from Phoenix to DEN, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool and compare the prices of tickets from Phoenix to Denver International Airport across the month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily find a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Denver International Airport (DEN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Phoenix to Denver International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Denver. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Denver is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Phoenix to DEN in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Phoenix to Denver International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Denver
Start your Denver trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Denver International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Denver Art Museum, Union Station and Denver Botanic Gardens are attractions you won't want to skip in Denver.
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