Flying from Sacramento to Denver International Airport (DEN): What you need to know
Sacramento's main airport is Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Check out your departure options from here when searching for flights from Sacramento to Denver International Airport (DEN).
2 hours 20 minutes is the average duration of a direct Sacramento to Denver International Airport flight.
Denver is one hour ahead of Sacramento. Denver International Airport is located in Denver, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.
The busiest route is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Denver International Airport (DEN), with 63 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from SMF to DEN is the 5am Southwest Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 8:55pm with Southwest Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sacramento to DEN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Denver International Airport (DEN) can be booked from this terminal.
At SMF, you'll find a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Sacramento to Denver International Airport, including:
Most passengers choose to book seats with United between SMF and DEN.
Among carriers on this route, United has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
SMF is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Denver International Airport, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a short drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SMF touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 72 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
The day before your Sacramento to DEN flight, why not enjoy an extra night away? Kick back at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG or Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton, which are close to Stockton Metropolitan Airport.
59% of flights leaving Stockton Metropolitan Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find SCK at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Denver International Airport (DEN)
Arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Denver International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay a short drive from DEN at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Sacramento to Denver International Airport flight.
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
From Denver International Airport, central Denver is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Denver International Airport (DEN)
Right now, $62 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Denver International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $124. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to DEN. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Sacramento to Denver International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Denver International Airport (DEN)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Sacramento to Denver International Airport (DEN). July is the busiest month to travel to Denver. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.
Book a Sacramento to DEN plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Denver to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Denver International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Denver
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Denver International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Denver:
Your trip to Denver wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station and Ballpark.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Denver, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 113 kilometres south to Colorado Springs to check off its leading sights. From Garden of the Gods to Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, head for Pueblo, about 177 kilometres south of Denver. Rosemount Museum, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart and Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Centre are among its highlights.
