Affordable Flights from DTW to DEN: Explore the Mile High City from Detroit
Cheapest flight found
$103
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: DTW → DEN
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$103
Highest Fare
$196
Median Fare
$183
Price Spread
$93
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $103)
Most expensive month: July 2026 (from $196)
Biggest price drop caught: $66 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from Detroit to Denver range from $103 to $196, a $93 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $66 between hourly checks on this route.
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From
Detroit (DTW)
To
Denver (DEN)
Airport Information
Detroit (DTW)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is a major international hub known for its efficiency and modern amenities, particularly within the McNamara Terminal. Serving as a primary hub for Delta Air Lines, DTW features an underground light tunnel with a synchronized music and light show that delights passengers moving between concourses. The airport offers numerous dining options reflecting Michigan’s culinary culture, ample parking, and easy accessibility from downtown Detroit via I-94.
Denver (DEN)
Denver International Airport (DEN) is world-renowned for its iconic tented roof architecture, which mimics the snow-capped peaks of the nearby Rocky Mountains. As one of the largest airports in the world by land area, it serves as a massive hub for United Airlines and Frontier Airlines. Travelers can enjoy a wide array of local Colorado craft beer at various terminal bars and explore the rotating art exhibits that make the long walks between gates more engaging and culturally enriching.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Detroit to Denver?
A direct flight typically takes between 3 hours and 3 hours and 15 minutes to cover the distance.
Which airlines offer direct flights between DTW and DEN?
Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and Frontier Airlines are the primary carriers providing non-stop service for this route.
Is there a time difference between Detroit and Denver?
Yes, Denver is in the Mountain Time Zone, which is two hours behind Detroit’s Eastern Time Zone.
What is the best way to get from DEN airport to downtown Denver?
The RTD A Line commuter train is the most efficient method, taking about 37 minutes to reach downtown Union Station.
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