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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Denver to Anchorage:

• Earliest: departs at 11:33 am and lands at 5:27 pm
• Latest: departs at 8:26 pm and lands at 2:20 am.

The flight takes about 5h 54m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Denver to Anchorage:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Denver to Anchorage takes 5h 54m, covering 2,399 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Denver to Anchorage range from $454 to $680, with an average of $547 over the past 12 months. Anything below $454 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 98% above the $547 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $457 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $563 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Denver to Anchorage flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $554 to $3,592. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Denver to Anchorage route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Denver to Anchorage are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $321.

Flights from Denver to Anchorage usually depart from Denver Intl (DEN) and arrive at Anchorage (ANC).

One-stop flights from Denver to Anchorage most commonly connect through:

• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 89% of one-stop connections
• Portland (PDX) - 6% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 2% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 1% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Denver to Anchorage. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $507 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $642, a difference of $135.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Denver and Anchorage.

Flying via Portland (PDX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 44m, compared with 8h 24m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 8h 50m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

Anchorage is 2 hours behind Denver (Alaska Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Anchorage are Alaska Railroad Depot, Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center and William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Anchorage on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Denver to Anchorage flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If you drive to DEN, you can park your car in one of the on-site garages or nearby off-site garages. Given that the off-site parking garages that serve DEN are incredibly cheaper than the on-site parking garages, parking your car in an off-site garage would be a wise financial move. It's worth noting that regardless of the garage you park in, upon return, you'll find your car the same as you left it, as both on-site and off-site garages that serve DEN have a reputation for being secure.

If you want to travel to DEN from the city center of Denver via public means, you can catch a bus, taxi, or public train. To travel swiftly, it's in your best interest to catch a taxi, while to travel cheaply, you should board a bus. If you'd like to balance swiftness and affordability, it's advisable that you board a train.

While at ANC, you should check out the Art In Public Spaces gallery. Situated on the mezzanine level of Concourse C, this gallery features a collection of Alaska Native Art.

If you want to eat before departing ANC, head to the airport's South Terminal, as this terminal is home to several cafes and eateries. Some of the superb restaurants in this terminal include Humpy's Great Alaska House, Upper One, and Anchorage Marketplace.