Affordable LAX to DEN Flights: Explore the Mile High City from Los Angeles
Cheapest flight found
$93
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: LAX → DEN
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$93
Highest Fare
$197
Median Fare
$158
Price Spread
$104
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $93)
Most expensive month: July 2026 (from $197)
Biggest price drop caught: $44 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from Los Angeles to Denver range from $93 to $197, a $104 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 $44 between hourly checks on this route.
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From
Los Angeles (LAX)
To
Denver (DEN)
Airport Information
Los Angeles (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) serves as the primary gateway for Southern California and is one of the busiest airports in the world. Located along the Pacific coast in the Westchester neighborhood, it features nine passenger terminals connected by a complex network of shuttles and walkways. Travelers can enjoy world-class dining, luxury retail, and the iconic Theme Building while waiting for their flight to Denver.
Denver (DEN)
Denver International Airport (DEN) is world-famous for its iconic white peaked roof, which mimics the snow-capped Rocky Mountains. Located approximately 25 miles northeast of downtown Denver, it is the largest airport in North America by total land area. Passengers arriving here can easily access the city center via the University of Colorado A-Line commuter rail, which provides a fast and reliable connection to Union Station.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from LAX to DEN?
On average, a direct flight from Los Angeles to Denver takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes to 2 hours and 45 minutes, covering a flight distance of roughly 860 miles.
Which airlines offer direct flights on this route?
Major carriers including United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines, along with low-cost options like Spirit and Frontier, frequently operate non-stop service between these two major hubs.
Is there a time difference between Los Angeles and Denver?
Yes, Denver is in the Mountain Time Zone, which is exactly one hour ahead of Los Angeles, which operates on Pacific Time.
How far is Denver International Airport from the city center?
DEN is located about 25 miles from downtown Denver; the drive usually takes 35 to 45 minutes depending on traffic, while the A-Line train takes exactly 37 minutes.
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