Flying from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your DEN to DRO flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
United Airlines has direct flights from Denver International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Durango — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with United Airlines on this route.
United Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for DEN to DRO flights, with 81.39% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DEN and DRO include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
At the moment, $357 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Denver International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $355. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from DEN to DRO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Denver International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport.
Finding cheap flights from DEN to DRO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Denver International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from DEN land at their destination as scheduled 80.23% of the time.
Central Denver to Denver International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your flight from Denver International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a quick drive from DEN, stay at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
Grab a Durango-La Plata County Airport rental car and discover Durango and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Avis and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Durango-La Plata County Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically increase closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) to central Durango
The address for DRO is 1000 Airport Rd.
Durango-La Plata County Airport to the centre of Durango has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When to fly to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Denver International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Durango. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Denver International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Durango, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DEN to DRO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC (5ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Durango is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 370 kilometres north-east of Durango, a trip to Denver will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Denver Art Museum, Union Station and Denver Botanic Gardens.
Albuquerque is another essential stop in United States and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Durango. No journey is complete without seeing Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque Biological Park and ABQ BioPark Aquarium.