Travelling from Columbus to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Check out your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Denver International Airport (DEN) leaving from either of these bases.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 12 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Columbus to Denver International Airport.
The timezone in Denver is UTC-6, which is 2 hours behind Columbus. Denver International Airport is located in Denver.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Denver International Airport (DEN) is the most popular route. There are 38 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Frontier Airlines at 21:59. Choose the first CMH to DEN departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 05:10 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Columbus to DEN won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Columbus to Denver International Airport (DEN) take off from this terminal.
At CMH, there's a range of carriers that operate direct flights from Columbus to Denver International Airport, including:
CMH is around 13 kilometres from central Columbus. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Columbus to Denver International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
About Denver International Airport (DEN)
Get off your flight from Columbus to Denver International Airport and jump into your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching 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 to central Denver takes around 34 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 1 hour and 31 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Denver International Airport (DEN)
For a one-way ticket from Columbus to Denver International Airport, $167 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just $346. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Columbus to DEN when you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are typically at their lowest.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from Columbus to Denver International Airport by travelling in May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Denver International Airport (DEN)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Denver. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Columbus to Denver International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Denver. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Columbus to DEN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Columbus to Denver International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Denver
After booking your flight from Columbus to Denver International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Denver:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Denver Art Museum, Union Station and Denver Botanic Gardens are top sights which should feature on every Denver itinerary.
Complete your Denver trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Columbus to Denver International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Denver. Check out the deals and instantly compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.