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Cheapest round-trip
$164
Typical prices: $225-$420
Frontier
Sat 11/24Sat 12/1
MIA - DEN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$117
Typical prices: $149-$287
Frontier
Sun 10/28
MIA - DEN • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, United Airlines and others. Average duration is 4h 37m.
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Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $163 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Miami to Denver (MIA-DEN)

 

Cheap flights from Miami to Denver with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Frontier Logo
5:45 am - 8:24 amMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
4h 39mnonstop
Frontier Logo
3:34 pm - 9:21 pmDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
3h 47mnonstop
$164Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Frontier Logo
11:39 am - 12:23 amMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
14h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
Frontier Logo
6:56 pm - 12:44 amDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
3h 48mnonstop
$166Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 9:55 pmMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
16h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 10:45 amDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
17h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$266Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:08 pm - 6:29 amMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
11h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 10:58 amDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
15h 23m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$285Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 8
American Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 8:06 pmMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
9h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:24 pm - 6:23 pmDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
3h 59mnonstop
$340American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 6
American Airlines Logo
9:16 pm - 11:54 pmMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
4h 38mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:58 am - 10:57 pmDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
9h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$343American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 10:04 amMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
4h 34mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
3:58 pm - 9:55 pmDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
3h 57mnonstop
$377United Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Thu, Dec 24
United Airlines Logo
12:07 pm - 2:51 pmMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
4h 44mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 7:42 pmDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
3h 54mnonstop
$377United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
2:35 pm - 5:05 pmMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
4h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
11:00 am - 4:50 pmDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
3h 50mnonstop
$377Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 13
Southwest Logo
4:35 pm - 7:05 pmMIA  Miami-DEN Denver Intl
4h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 7:25 pmDEN  Denver Intl-MIA Miami
3h 45mnonstop
$377Southwest

Price, demand and travel trends for Miami to Denver flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Miami to Denver?

Round-trip flights from Miami to Denver typically range from $225 to $420. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $164, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Denver?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Denver. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Miami to Denver?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Miami to Denver at $223 round-trip.
•June ($408) and December ($372) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Miami to Denver the cheapest?

Flights from Miami to Denver are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from Miami to Denver

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier, United Airlines and MIA

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and 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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Miami to Denver flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$117
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Miami to Denver

When to book flights from Miami to Denver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Miami to Denver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Miami to Denver flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Miami to Denver?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:01 am and lands at 9:38 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:16 pm and lands at 1:53 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 37m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Miami to Denver?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Miami to Denver:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Miami to Denver?

    A nonstop flight from Miami to Denver takes 4h 37m, covering 1,707 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Miami to Denver?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Miami to Denver flight?

    Round-trip flights from Miami to Denver range from $225 to $420, with an average of $316 over the past 12 months. Anything below $225 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Miami to Denver flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $316 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Miami to Denver?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $163 round-trip via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared to $322 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Miami to Denver?

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

    • Frontier: 90% on time
    • United Airlines: 88% on time
    • American Airlines: 83% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Miami to Denver?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Miami to Denver?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Miami to Denver spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Miami to Denver flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 28%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Miami to Denver flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Miami to Denver flights:

    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

    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.

  • How are flight prices from Miami to Denver looking right now?

    One-way fares from Miami to Denver are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $168, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Denver Intl Airport (DEN)?

    Denver Intl Airport (DEN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Ace
    • Europcar
    • NU Car
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Miami to Denver?

    Flights from Miami to Denver usually depart from Miami (MIA) and arrive at Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Miami to Denver?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Miami to Denver?

    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 Miami to Denver route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 39m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Miami to Denver pass through?

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Miami to Denver?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Miami to Denver. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $283 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $367, a difference of $84.

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

  • What airlines fly from Miami to Denver?

    4 airlines operate flights between Miami and Denver. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • United Airlines
    • Frontier
    • Southwest

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Miami to Denver?

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 54m, compared with 6h 29m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 48m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Miami and Denver?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Denver?

    Some of the most popular sights in Denver are Colorado Convention Center, Coors Field and Ball Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Denver on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Miami to Denver flights?

    Among airlines operating Miami to Denver flights:

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Miami to Denver flights?

    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
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: 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.

  • What travel options are available at DEN?

    Shared-ride commuter shuttles operate from Denver International Airport (DEN) and service can be arranged directly with the shuttle provider. Rideshares such as Uber are also available. The A Line commuter train connects the airport with downtown Denver, covering 23 miles in 37 minutes. Taxis also serve downtown Denver and the Denver metro area.

  • What is one way to get to MIA from the city center?

    Miami Metrorail's Orange Line connects Downtown Miami with the Miami International Airport (MIA) station, which is next to the rental car center. On weekdays, the line serves Downtown Miami and the airport directly. On weekends, it operates as an Airport Shuttle only between Earlington Heights and the airport station, so travelers from Downtown transfer at Earlington Heights. Trains run every 10–15 minutes.

  • Does Miami International Airport offer dining options?

    Yes, Miami International Airport (MIA) offers contactless ordering, which helps travelers bypass lines and explore the airport's dining options.

  • What amenities can I find at Denver International Airport?

    DEN has nursing rooms for baby care on each concourse and water-bottle refilling stations at each concourse. Outdoor smoking areas are on Jeppesen Terminal Level 4, outside Doors 400 and 416 on the west side and Doors 401 and 417 on the east side. An Islamic Masjid and interfaith chapel are also available in Jeppesen Terminal on Level 5 East, near Baggage Claim 2/3.

  • Can I travel through Miami International Airport with my pet?

    Yes, Miami International Airport is pet-friendly and has pet-relief areas both outside and inside the terminals. Indoor pet-relief areas are located near Gate D34, Gate F7, Gate G11 and in the H-J Connector across from the InMotion store.

  • Does Miami International Airport offer any lounges?

    Yes, Miami International Airport (MIA) has several lounges. Access is available through lounge membership programs, by purchasing a day pass or by paying at the door when space is available. The Centurion Lounge is near Gate D12 in Concourse D, while Club America is on the Third Floor Airside of Concourse F. American Airlines' Admirals Clubs are above Gate D15 on the third floor and across from Gate D30 in Concourse D.

Your guide to booking Miami to Denver flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $283, about $84 less than Sunday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Miami to Denver trip for January. Fares historically average $223 round-trip in that month - typically $185 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Frontier. Over the past three months, 90% of Frontier flights from Miami to Denver arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 83%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 39m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $163 round-trip on this route - about $159 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Denver Intl Airport.

    • The Westin Denver International Airport
  • Choose Denver International Airport (DEN) if you're traveling to downtown Denver or anywhere in the Front Range Urban Corridor.
  • Before heading to Miami International Airport (MIA), check which terminal your departure gate is in. MIA has three terminals: North, South and Central and Concourse D is in the North Terminal. Once you arrive, use the Skytrain and moving walkways to get around more easily.
  • Flights from Miami to Denver usually arrive at Denver International Airport (DEN). Once there, use the pedestrian bridge or the underground train to get around the Jeppesen Terminal and Concourses A, B and C.
  • Bring a reusable bottle if you're flying out of Miami International Airport. Refill stations are located at Concourse D Baggage Claim by Door 6 on Level 1, the Concourse E restrooms by Checkpoint 5 and the H-J Connector men's and women's restrooms by Checkpoint 9. You'll also find them near Gates D-20, F-8 and J-7.
  • If you're flying with a baby, use the nursing rooms after security in each concourse at Denver International Airport. Each one has a sink, changing table and power outlets.
  • If you need wheelchair service at Miami International Airport, contact your airline in advance to reserve it. You can also request wheelchair assistance at the ticket counters.
  • Use the free Wi-Fi at Miami International Airport for basic browsing, but expect ads. If you use the airport often and want uninterrupted service, you can sign up for a paid plan instead.

Prefer to fly direct from Miami to Denver?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Miami Airport to Denver Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Miami to Denver Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

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Direct returns

Denver Intl to Miami

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Frontier, +2 more

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