Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
Denver's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Denver two hours behind Washington DC.
Every week, there are 154 Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport flights. To jet off early, select the 05:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:12 with United Airlines.
To ensure you catch your IAD to DEN flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
United Airlines has direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Denver — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
United Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With a reliable 87.05% of services arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier for IAD to DEN flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IAD and DEN:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
Indianapolis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Denver International Airport (DEN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport flight is $116. A return ticket right now is $230. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from IAD to DEN, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IAD to DEN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, data shows 74.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Washington Dulles International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)
Consider checking in to Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport after your Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport flight. It's a quick drive from DEN and a good choice if you're eager to catch some z's soon after landing.
Follow your own route with a Denver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Denver and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Denver International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
The street address for DEN is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport to the centre of Denver has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Denver in April.
The warmest month in Denver is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Denver International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to DEN in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Colorado Springs is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Denver. Around 105 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, head for Aurora, about 13 kilometres east of Denver. Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc are key highlights.