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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Denver International to Los Angeles? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.$152 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Sat, 31 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.
Los Angeles.$153 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Los Angeles.$182 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $182, select.
Los Angeles.$187 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.
Los Angeles.$192 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Thu, 14 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Denver International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $192, select.
Los Angeles.$192 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Denver International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $192, select.
Los Angeles.$208 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Denver International on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $208, select.
Los Angeles.$212 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $212, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Denver International to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Denver International to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $152
Jun
from $182
Jul
from $222
Aug
from $187
Sep
from $208
Oct
from $238
Nov
from $246
Dec
from $368
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Apr
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Direct flights from Denver International to Los Angeles

Alternative Denver International to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Denver International to Los Angeles? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Denver to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$152
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week1,472

Finding cheap flights from Denver International to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Denver International to Los Angeles is $152. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Denver International to Los Angeles.
Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Denver International to Los Angeles.
As of May 2025, there are 736 flights per week flying from Denver International to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Denver International to Los Angeles is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Denver International Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from $152.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles.

Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles is 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Denver International Airport is located in Denver. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is one hour behind Denver.

  • Denver International Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most traveled route, with 130 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from DEN to LAX is with Frontier Airlines at 22:55. Choose the first departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 05:40 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your DEN to Los Angeles flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Denver International Airport to Los Angeles ticket. Begin your journey at DEN and arrive at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • These are some of the most well-known airlines operating direct flights from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles:

  • DEN is around 31 kilometres from central Denver. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Get your flight from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles off to an easy start. Only a quick drive from DEN, spend the night at The Westin Denver International Airport and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.

  • 80.23% of flights leaving Denver International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of DEN.

  • DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.

How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles

  • $77 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Denver International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return flight ticket starts from $152. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DEN to Los Angeles.

  • The best month for finding cheap Denver International Airport to Los Angeles tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from DEN to Los Angeles couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to LAX if you have a late flight from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Follow your own route with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from DEN to Los Angeles.

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. After your flight from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near VNY. Kick back and get cosy after your DEN to Los Angeles flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Budget, Dollar and Hertz make picking up a Van Nuys Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by booking your ride from VNY in advance. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • Before locking in your flights from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Los Angeles offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Denver International Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEN to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Denver International Airport to Los Angeles, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • San Jose is another well-known destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without experiencing Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Denver to Los Angeles

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