Denver

$39+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Denver (LAX - DEN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DEN
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Denver Intl are usually found in January or September, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Denver

Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Denver
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Denver. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:30 pmLAX - DEN
Nonstop2h 32mFrontier
Wed 1/711:04 amDEN - LAX
Nonstop2h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$103
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:30 pmLAX - DEN
Nonstop2h 32mFrontier
Thu 1/89:50 amDEN - LAX
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$120
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:34 amLAX - DEN
Nonstop2h 32mFrontier
Tue 1/611:02 amDEN - LAX
1 stop4h 45mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$121
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:30 pmLAX - DEN
Nonstop2h 32mFrontier
Fri 1/210:29 pmDEN - LAX
1 stop10h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$145
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:34 amLAX - DEN
Nonstop2h 32mFrontier
Sat 1/36:00 amDEN - LAX
Nonstop2h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$154
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:34 amLAX - DEN
Nonstop2h 32mFrontier
Sun 1/410:37 pmDEN - LAX
1 stop22h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$155
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:30 pmLAX - DEN
Nonstop2h 32mFrontier
Mon 1/56:00 amDEN - LAX
Nonstop2h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$159

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Denver

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Denver (DEN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$86
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$39
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$214

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$116 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Denver Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-Denver Intl flights.
From Los Angeles to Denver Intl
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Denver Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Denver Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Denver Intl.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Denver that are best for you.

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Los Angeles

Fly to

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

3:40 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Denver Intl

Sat 1/24

8:00 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$145

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

2:56 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Denver Intl

Wed 2/4

7:00 am-1:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$176

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

7:45 pm-11:11 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Denver Intl

Mon 2/2

1:10 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$177

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

2:56 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Denver Intl

Mon 1/26

5:09 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$196

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

3:10 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Denver Intl

Sat 1/24

7:55 am-1:30 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$201

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

2:56 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Denver Intl

Tue 1/27

8:04 am-8:05 pm

2 stops13h 01m

$205

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

1:56 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Denver Intl

Wed 1/28

12:34 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops8h 31m

$205

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

1:56 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Denver Intl

Tue 1/27

8:04 am-8:05 pm

2 stops13h 01m

$205

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

1:56 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Denver Intl

Tue 1/27

8:04 am-8:05 pm

2 stops13h 01m

$205

Los AngelesDenver

LAX - DEN

LAXDEN

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

11:00 am-11:58 pm

2 stops11h 58m

Denver Intl

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-3:42 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$205

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Denver

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Denver in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Denver flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Denver flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Denver flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Denver flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Denver flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Denver

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Denver from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Denver

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Denver?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Denver. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Denver. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Denver?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Denver (average of $36). Flying from Los Angeles to Denver in July is currently the most expensive (average of $91). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to DEN?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Denver. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Denver at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Denver?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Denver. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Denver flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Denver?

The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Denver flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to Denver trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier offers UpFront Plus seats with a guaranteed empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on bag, seat selection, and no cancellation fees.

United Airlines

Basic Economy on United allows only a personal item, no carry-on bags without extra fees.


United Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats at the front of the economy cabin.

Southwest

Enjoy free snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, plus a complimentary drink on special occasions.


Southwest offers free messaging and high-speed Wi-Fi for a fee on all flights.

Airports
LAX

For shorter security lines, try the Tom Bradley International Terminal, especially in the morning and midday hours.

DEN

Use the A Line train for a 37-minute ride from DEN to Union Station, running every 15 minutes.

Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on DEN

Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Denver

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Denver. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Denver. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Los Angeles to Denver have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Denver. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Denver?

    Booking a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Denver Intl (DEN) is your only option if you wish to fly from Los Angeles to Denver. On a typical day, there are 76 flights from Los Angeles to Denver Intl, all of which are around 2h 15m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Los Angeles to Denver.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Denver flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Denver?

    Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Delta can get you from Los Angeles to Denver in just under 2h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 14m. The distance between Los Angeles and Denver is about 860 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Denver round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($54), Delta ($97), and Southwest ($137) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Denver. Users have found that Frontier is 71% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Denver one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $30 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $68 and Southwest from $69 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Denver?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to Denver on time: Air France (97%), Asiana Airlines (95%), Volaris (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Denver?

    On average you can expect to pay $749 for a flight from Los Angeles to Denver. The cheapest flight overall is $45 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Denver Intl) is currently priced at $58.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Denver that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Denver flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Denver?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Denver.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Denver?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Denver by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Denver?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Denver (average of $36). Flying from Los Angeles to Denver in July is currently the most expensive (average of $91). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Denver

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Denver. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$57Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$120Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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