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£44 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Denver

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Denver (SFO-DEN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Denver that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Denver

Wed, 17 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
United Airlines Logo
05:00 - 08:35SFO-DEN
2h 35mdirect
United Airlines Logo
06:08 - 07:50DEN-SFO
2h 42mdirect
£118United Airlines
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Wed, 17 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:30 - 20:27SFO-DEN
7h 57m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:40 - 16:24DEN-SFO
5h 44m1 stop
£132Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 6 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
United Airlines Logo
06:30 - 10:10SFO-DEN
2h 40mdirect
United Airlines Logo
06:08 - 07:50DEN-SFO
2h 42mdirect
£133United Airlines
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Sat, 8 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov
Southwest Logo
05:30 - 08:55SFO-DEN
2h 25mdirect
Southwest Logo
07:25 - 11:30DEN-SFO
5h 05m1 stop
£137Southwest
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Wed, 5 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
Southwest Logo
05:50 - 09:15SFO-DEN
2h 25mdirect
Southwest Logo
07:50 - 11:35DEN-SFO
4h 45m1 stop
£140Southwest
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Wed, 8 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:26 - 19:10SFO-DEN
7h 44m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:01 - 14:01DEN-SFO
8h 00m1 stop
£146Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 9 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:30 - 20:27SFO-DEN
7h 57m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:17 - 23:44DEN-SFO
6h 27m1 stop
£147Alaska Airlines
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Thu, 25 Sep - Fri, 3 Oct
Delta Logo
12:40 - 18:22SFO-DEN
4h 42m1 stop
Delta Logo
05:45 - 08:46DEN-SFO
4h 01m1 stop
£163Delta
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Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
14:45 - 23:59SFO-DEN
8h 14m1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
15:02 - 22:23DEN-SFO
8h 21m1 stop
£192Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, 16 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug
Delta Logo
05:35 - 11:51SFO-DEN
5h 16m1 stop
Delta Logo
19:21 - 23:11DEN-SFO
4h 50m1 stop
£193Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Denver flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Denver to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Denver?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Denver clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to Denver, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Denver, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Denver?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Denver, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Denver is January, where tickets cost £143 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £207 and £198 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Denver?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Denver, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Denver, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.


Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Denver

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£44
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Denver

When to book flights from San Francisco to Denver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Denver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Denver

  • How do I get from Denver Airport to downtown Denver?

    The RTD bus service connects Denver Airport with the city and departs every 15m from the airport. The bus stop is located at the DEN Transit Center at the south end of Jeppesen Terminal. There is also an information counter in the arrivals hall if you have any questions about routes, fares, or directions. Day passes can be purchased for approximately $9 in cash (no change given) at the bus driver or with credit cards at the ticket machines.

  • Where can I eat at Denver airport after I’ve landed?

    If you land at Jeppesen Terminal and fancy authentic American cuisine, opt for the Boulder Beer Tap House at level 5 on the west side of the terminal. Here you can consume scrumptious snacks, warm dishes, and craft beer. For Mexican food, the Cantina Grill at level 6 is also a good option to get something hearty to eat.

  • Where can I find the car rental center at Denver airport?

    Explore the city and its surroundings conveniently with your own four wheels and rent a car directly from one of the companies located at the airport. The airport has its own car rental center which can be reached with a courtesy shuttle departing from Jeppesen Terminal at level 5, island 4. Companies operating at the airport include Avis, Thrifty, and Enterprise, which are at your service 24/7.

  • Is there a hotel at Denver airport?

    The Westin Denver International Airport Hotel is just a few steps from the terminal building and provides transit flyers, late arrivals, or early departing passengers with a nearby bed. Apart from its over 500 rooms, the hotel boasts a conference center, pool, and gym, as well as various restaurants.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Denver?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Denver was £59 for a one-way ticket and £157 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Denver?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Denver flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Denver?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Denver flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Denver?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Denver.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Denver?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Denver on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Denver?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Denver.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Denver?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Denver from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Denver?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Denver with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Denver?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Denver from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Denver

  • If you’d like to fly cheap and nonstop from San Francisco to the Denver International Airport (DEN), you can book with Frontier Airlines. This low-cost airline offers regular flights from San Francisco to Denver and allows you to save some money on your journey for your time away.
  • For anyone who has extra time on their hands before their departure from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and who are interested in everything connected to airports and airplanes, a visit at the Aviation Museum & Library is right up the sleeve. You can find it in the main hall of the international terminal building and get access between 10:30 am and 4:30 pm.
  • Let your children use up their energy before boarding your flight from San Francisco to Denver and check out the Kids’ Spots at Terminal 3, Area F, and Area E. Tubes, toys, and interactive activities keep the little ones entertained until it is time to board.
  • Roaming through the San Francisco airport allows you to spot all the exhibited art from regional artists. The SFO Museum and Art Collection welcome and see off travelers in style with various art installations, pictures, and sculptures.
  • Pigs and dogs are usually not a common sight at airports, but at San Francisco airport they belong to the crew. The Wag Brigade consists of various specially trained dogs and a pig who give travelers a joyful (and sometimes wet) welcome and goodbye. They can be detected by their "Pet Me" vests and wagging tails while wandering through the terminals.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Denver?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Denver Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Denver Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Denver Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +8 more

ANA, Air Canada, +9 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +9 more

ANA, Air Canada, +10 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +8 more

ANA, Air Canada, +9 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +8 more

ANA, Air Canada, +9 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

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Direct returns

Denver Intl to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +8 more

ANA, Air Canada, +9 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +9 more

ANA, Air Canada, +10 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +8 more

ANA, Air Canada, +9 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +8 more

ANA, Air Canada, +9 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +7 more

ANA, Air Canada, +8 more

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Reviews of the top airline flying from San Francisco to Denver

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Denver. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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5.9
FrontierOverall score based on 3238 reviews
4.7Food
5.6Comfort
4.5Entertainment
6.7Crew
6.1Boarding
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Frontier Airlines was AWFUL. I was an hour early for my flight and the lady refused to check me in. I had to purchase a whole new ticket with a different airline.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jul 2025DCA - DEN
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Frontier Airlines was AWFUL. I was an hour early for my flight and the lady refused to check me in. I had to purchase a whole new ticket with a different airline.

Late, terrible communication, horrible planning of passenger seating until the literal last minute. One of the worst flying experiences of my life. Y'all suck

First of all, we never got on the connecting flight to Denver. They delayed our flight for two hours. If we would have gotten on that flight, we would have been stuck in Denver for 13 hours. So we re- routed our flight for a straight through flight to Oklahoma two days later. THEN, they delayed that flight for two hours. After that we were able to finally get on our flight and come home. Frontier Airlines - one of the worst airlines I have ever been on.

Terrible communication with weather delay, lost baggage, near impossible to reach customer service

My tickets got canceled on me by your site and I didn't have a flight. Then you kept sending me emails on the status of q flight I didn't have tickets for.

Flight was late. Missed connecting in Denver. My new flight is more than 24 hours later and I have no room, vouchers, or compensation, and might also be bumped from the one tomorrow.

This was one of the first frontier airline flights this spring that wasn't delayed. It actually left on time. Some of the flight crew did not look happy, they didn't smile when the passengers were boarding or getting off the plane, and the passengers initiated greetings, not the staff. To me this was an odd experience to have with any flight/airline. I had a bad experience booking this flight. The price didn't solidify until late hours into the night. Ever time I purchased the ticket, I either received a denial email or an error because the price has changed, but it was never reflected on the flyfrontier or kayak websites until way after midnight on the date of travel. This caused me anxiety and irritation with the websites. Then I noticed a mishap with my name on my voucher as I went to check in, it was incorrect. When I proceeded to correct it, Frontier had no easy, let alone free, way to remedy it. I couldn't correct my name without a $75 charge, I couldn't cancel my voucher to repurchase it with the correct name without a $100 charge, because it was too close to departure. Then calling frontier was nearly impossible to remedy the situation with a human. It's already difficult to want to choose frontier because of all the upcharges, but you feel kinda trapped into doing so because it's the more affordable airline.

Our flight was cancelled. They could do nothing to help us get another flight that was timely. Because the first leg was cancelled we were unable to get to our connection. We had to book on an entirely different airline for today. So we spent more money, lost a day of vacation and will never fly Frontier again, so the 'we are sorry, here is $100 credit' is a joke since we won't be flying on Frontier.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

Seats are uncomfortable but price is good. Guess I can put up with misery for four hours.

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