Flying from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
The timezone in Denver is UTC-7, which is 20 hours behind Auckland.
Give yourself enough time to make your AKL to DEN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland International Airport to Denver International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AKL and DEN:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Denver International Airport (DEN)
At the moment, $800 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Denver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,579. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AKL to DEN if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport to Denver International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from AKL to DEN.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland International Airport to Denver International Airport.
Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
When it comes to Auckland International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Auckland International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Denver International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near AKL:
Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)
Consider a stay at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport after touching down from your Auckland International Airport to Denver International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from DEN and a great option if you're eager to get some sleep right away.
Grab a Denver International Airport rental car and discover Denver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Denver International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
The address for DEN is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Denver. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Auckland International Airport to Denver International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Denver. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Auckland International Airport to Denver International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Denver, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to DEN in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Denver has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres south of Denver, a visit to Colorado Springs will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon.
Around 13 kilometres east of Denver, Aurora is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Plains Conservation Centre, DeLaney Homestead Historic District and Aircraft viewing.