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

• Earliest: departs at 5:15 am and lands at 7:52 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 2:32 am.

The flight takes about 2h 37m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Denver to Los Angeles:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Denver to Los Angeles takes 2h 37m, covering 860 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 Los Angeles range from $142 to $300, with an average of $214 over the past 12 months. Anything below $142 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 38% above the $214 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $214 round-trip, compared to $238 via a layover through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Denver to Los Angeles flights are:

• United Airlines: 90% on time
• Delta: 89% on time
• Frontier: 88% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Denver to Los Angeles flights, with 41% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 9%.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Denver to Los Angeles flights:

• Delta
• American Airlines
• JetBlue
• Alaska Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Denver to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $79, which is 52% below the typical average for this route.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Alamo

Flights from Denver to Los Angeles usually depart from Denver Intl (DEN) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Denver to Los Angeles route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 24m.

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

• Salt Lake City (SLC) - 80% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Denver to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $177 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $253, a difference of $76.

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

5 airlines operate flights between Denver and Los Angeles. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Southwest
• Delta
• American Airlines
• Frontier

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 03m, compared with 7h 09m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 58m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Denver (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Denver to Los Angeles flights:

• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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:

• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Several transportation options are available from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the Disneyland Resort. Metro Express Line 460 runs from Downtown LA to Disneyland, but travelers arriving at LAX need a separate connection to reach the 460 or another transit route.

Yes, around 20 companies provide car rental services at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Their offices are located off-airport, away from the airline terminals. A free shuttle runs from the terminal building to the car rental garages. Travelers can also contact a preferred company using the terminal phone links in the Lower/Arrival Level area or the Ground Transportation Telephone Boards in baggage claim areas to arrange pickup.

Yes, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) offers assistance for passengers with mobility limitations arriving from Denver International Airport (DEN). With 24 hours' advance notice, Mobility Transport Service and RTD Access-a-Ride can pick up passengers from the curbside on Level 5, on either the east or west side of Jeppesen Terminal. TSA handles assistance through security checkpoints and support can be arranged through TSA Cares.

Yes, LAX has several private nursing rooms and lactation suites located throughout the terminals. The Flight Path Learning Center and Museum in the Imperial Terminal also has interactive activities for all ages.