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

• Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:22 am
• Latest: departs at 10:09 pm and lands at 12:31 am.

The flight takes about 2h 22m.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Denver takes 2h 22m, covering 906 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 Sacramento to Denver range from $236 to $449, with an average of $333 over the past 12 months. Anything below $236 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the $333 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $194 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $347 for nonstop.

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.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Sacramento to Denver flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 10%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Sacramento to Denver are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $142, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

Denver Intl Airport (DEN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $56 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

Flights from Sacramento to Denver usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Denver Intl (DEN).

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

• San Diego (SAN) - 43% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 31% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Salt Lake City (SLC) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Sacramento to Denver. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $303 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $394, a difference of $91.

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

3 airlines operate flights between Sacramento and Denver. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Southwest
• United Airlines
• Frontier

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 5h 18m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 54m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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

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.

Among airlines operating Sacramento to Denver flights:

• Frontier: 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.

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
• Southwest: 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.

Yes. It features one terminal building on Level 5 in the arrivals area. Concourse A has two nursing rooms in the center core. B has three, while C has two. Nursing rooms have comfortable seats, power outlets, sinks, and changing tables.

SMF has two main terminals, including Terminal A and B. It also has 32 gates, 13 in Terminals A and B has 19. Terminal A operates four airlines, including Air Canada, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines. Terminal B operates six airlines, including Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, Boutique Air, Contour Airlines, Frontier Air Lines, Horizon, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Volaris, and Sun Country Airlines.

SMF offers free Wi-Fi for travelers’ entertainment. It also has art exhibits, luggage carts, currency exchange services, and food concessions. It also has luggage storage facilities, mobile charging outlets, quiet zones, and massage facilities.

Yes, SMF features two lounges. Each lounge houses an Escape Lounge. One is on Terminal A on the airside, while Terminal B is on the airside. The lounge offers a great selection of premium beer, snacks, and drinks. It also offers newspapers, Wi-Fi, and entertainment.