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Cheapest round-trip
$300
Typical prices: $241-$483
Frontier
Sun 8/23Sun 8/30
DEN - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$306
Typical prices: $182-$416
United Airlines
Thu 10/1Mon 10/5
DEN - SJC • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest and United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 34m
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Cheapest • Avg $191 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 36m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Denver to San Jose (DEN-SJC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Denver to San Jose 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 round-trip flight deals from Denver to San Jose

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30
Frontier Logo
4:25 pm - 1:22 pm
DEN
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SJC
21h 57m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:14 pm - 9:05 am
SJC
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DEN
11h 51m
2 stops
$300Frontier
Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 15
Frontier Logo
10:39 pm - 7:28 pm
DEN
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SJC
21h 49m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:12 pm - 3:50 am
SJC
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DEN
12h 38m
1 stop
$300Frontier
Sat, Aug 15 - Wed, Aug 19
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 2:45 pm
DEN
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SJC
6h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:35 am - 3:45 pm
SJC
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DEN
5h 10m
1 stop
$303Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 19
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7:30 am - 12:43 pm
DEN
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SJC
6h 13m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:39 am - 10:41 pm
SJC
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DEN
12h 02m
2 stops
$304Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 1:11 pm
DEN
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SJC
2h 41mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 10:14 pm
SJC
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DEN
2h 39mnonstop
$306United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Wed, Sep 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 7:53 pm
DEN
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SJC
7h 43m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:26 pm
SJC
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DEN
10h 26m
2 stops
$307Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Sun, Aug 23
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 10:59 am
DEN
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SJC
5h 42m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:12 am - 11:56 pm
SJC
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DEN
12h 44m
1 stop
$310Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 23
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 10:59 am
DEN
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SJC
5h 42m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:29 am - 11:56 pm
SJC
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DEN
14h 27m
1 stop
$310Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 23
United Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 5:31 pm
DEN
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SJC
2h 36mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 12:23 pm
SJC
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DEN
2h 38mnonstop
$313United Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 7:55 am
DEN
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SJC
2h 30mnonstop
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7:35 pm - 11:05 pm
SJC
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DEN
2h 30mnonstop
$313Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Denver to San Jose flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Denver to San Jose, California?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Denver to San Jose, California departing in August.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to San Jose, California from Denver usually cost between $241 and $483 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $300 on Frontier (Aug 10-Aug 14).

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

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

For Denver to San Jose, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from San Jose back to Denver, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Denver to San Jose, 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 Denver to San Jose is September, where tickets cost $296 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $495 and $474 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Denver to San Jose?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $412, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Denver to San Jose, 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 Denver to San Jose, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Denver to San Jose

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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Expert on United Airlines and Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on DEN

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.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SJC

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$56
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 25% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Denver to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Denver to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Denver to San Jose

  • How early should I get to DEN when traveling to SJC?

    On the date you're set to travel from DEN to SJC, you should reach the airport at least 1h 30min before your flight. This will give you enough time to go through the airport's security checkpoints. It will also give you adequate time to explore this superb airport.

  • Does SJC have on-site car rental facilities?

    If you'd like to rent a car at SJC, you can do so easily, as this airport is home to a Rental Car Facility that houses the counters for reliable car rentals like Avis, Dollar, Budget, Enterprise, National, and Thrifty. You will walk to the SJC Rental Car Facility, as it is across from Terminal B.

  • Where are the ATMs at SJC?

    The Landside and Airside of both Terminals A and B feature ATMs. On Terminal B's Landside, ATMs are found near the Baggage Claim Area and the 1st floor, whereas on Terminal A's Landside, there's one ATM on the 1st floor. On Terminal A's Airside, the ATMs are near Gates 10, 13, and 15, while on Terminal B's Airside, they are near Gates 19 and 26.

  • Are there any other airports in San Jose other than SJC?

    Other than SJC, Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) also serve San Jose. Therefore, if the location you'd like to visit in San Jose is closer to SFO or OAK, you can opt to fly into either.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Denver to San Jose was $56 for a one-way ticket and $300 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Denver and San Jose?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Denver to San Jose?

    Denver airport is called Denver Intl and the only airport in San Jose is San Jose.

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

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

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Denver to San Jose flight route.

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

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Denver and San Jose, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

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

    There are nonstop flights from Denver to San Jose on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Denver to San Jose, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Denver to San Jose are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $407 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $275 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Denver to San Jose.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Jose from Denver 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 Denver to San Jose?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Jose with an airline and back to Denver with another airline. Booking your flights between Denver and SJC can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 San Jose from Denver 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 Denver to San Jose

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $189 or less one-way and $360 or less round-trip.
  • While waiting for your flight to San Jose International Airport (SJC) at Denver International Airport (DEN), you should consider resting at the Centurion Lounge. Located at Gate C46 on the Mezzanine Level of Concourse C, this paid-entry lounge features super-comfy seats, flat-screen TVs, clean toilets, a variety of snacks and drinks, and hospitable staff. Going by its amenities, your comfort is assured in this lounge.
  • If you need to breastfeed or change your baby's diapers while at DEN, you can use the nursing rooms in the centers of Gates A, B, and C. In any of these rooms, besides privacy, you'll enjoy access to comfy seating, a hand washing sink, a changing table, and power outlets.
  • At DEN, you can enjoy massage services at one of the two massage parlors run by A Massage. One is found near Gates A, while another is situated not so far from Gates B. Irrespective of the branch you visit, you will enjoy top-notch services, as they have elite massage equipment and massage therapists.
  • At SJC, there are several nursing rooms you can breastfeed your baby in. In Terminal A, there's one near Gate 8, while in Terminal B, there are nursing rooms next to Gates 18, 21, 24, and 26. Kindly note that if you only want to change diapers, you can comfortably do so in any of the airport's restrooms, as all feature baby changing tables.
  • If you'd like to charge an electronic device before departing SJC, you can do so without hassle, as several charging stations are spread throughout the airport. These stations are found near Gates 7A, 9, 15, 18, and 28.

Prefer to fly direct from Denver to San Jose?

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

Direct departures

Denver Intl to San Jose

Monday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Thursday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Friday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Sunday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

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Direct returns

San Jose to Denver Intl

Monday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Thursday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Friday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Sunday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

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Other airlines flying from Denver to San Jose

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Denver to San Jose according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.