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Cheapest round-trip
$214
Typical prices: $206-$412
Frontier
Sun 8/23Sun 8/30
SMF - DEN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$215
Typical prices: $195-$388
Frontier
Sun 9/6Thu 9/10
SMF - DEN • Non-stop
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United Economy Plus adds up to six inches more legroom than standard economy.
Frontier Economy Bundle adds seat selection; avoid Basic Fare for middle seats.
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You can fly direct with Frontier, Southwest and United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 23m
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Cheapest • Avg $194 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 32m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Denver (SMF-DEN)

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

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30
Frontier Logo
6:29 pm - 3:48 am
SMF
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DEN
8h 19m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:23 am - 10:57 am
DEN
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SMF
2h 34mnonstop
$214Frontier
Sat, Aug 29 - Thu, Sep 3
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11:42 am - 3:17 pm
SMF
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DEN
2h 35mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:10 am - 6:52 pm
DEN
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SMF
13h 42m
1 stop
$214Frontier
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
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8:12 am - 12:20 pm
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DEN
27h 08m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:23 am - 10:57 am
DEN
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SMF
2h 34mnonstop
$215Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:22 pm - 11:59 pm
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DEN
5h 37m
1 stop
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9:20 am - 10:58 am
DEN
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SMF
2h 38mnonstop
$216Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:22 pm - 11:32 am
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DEN
17h 10m
1 stop
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6:59 pm - 5:20 pm
DEN
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SMF
23h 21m
1 stop
$223Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:00 am - 10:12 pm
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DEN
14h 12m
1 stop
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12:31 pm - 10:42 pm
DEN
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SMF
11h 11m
1 stop
$223Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
United Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 4:25 pm
SMF
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DEN
2h 28mnonstop
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4:00 pm - 5:35 pm
DEN
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SMF
2h 35mnonstop
$297United Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 19
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8:55 am - 12:23 pm
SMF
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DEN
2h 28mnonstop
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7:25 pm - 9:00 pm
DEN
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SMF
2h 35mnonstop
$297United Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 25
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2:15 pm - 5:35 pm
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DEN
2h 20mnonstop
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10:30 am - 12:00 pm
DEN
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SMF
2h 30mnonstop
$297Southwest
Sat, Aug 29 - Thu, Sep 3
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12:40 pm - 4:00 pm
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DEN
2h 20mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 9:05 pm
DEN
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SMF
2h 35mnonstop
$297Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Denver flights

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

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

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

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Denver from Sacramento usually cost between $206 and $412 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $214 on Frontier (Aug 23-Aug 30).

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

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Denver?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Denver, 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 Sacramento to Denver is November, where tickets cost $245 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $442 and $437 respectively.

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

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 $335, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Denver, 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 Sacramento to Denver, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to Denver

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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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.

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Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

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

March

Cheapest flight

$74
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Sacramento to Denver

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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to Denver

  • Does DEN have nursing rooms?

    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.

  • How many terminals does SMF have?

    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.

  • Which services does SMF offer?

    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.

  • Does SMF have a lounge?

    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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Denver?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Denver was $74 for a one-way ticket and $214 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sacramento to Denver flight route: JetBlue, Delta, American Airlines, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, and Hawaiian Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Denver?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Denver?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Denver are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $438 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 $294 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Sacramento to Denver.

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

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

    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 Denver with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and DEN 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 Sacramento to Denver?

    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 Denver from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Denver

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $199 or less one-way and $371 or less round-trip.
  • Denver International Airport (DEN) is the primary airport serving Denver, Colorado, and the Front Range Urban Corridor. It is the second-largest airport in North America and the second-largest airport globally. It lies 25 miles from downtown Denver.
  • DEN has one terminal with three concourses, including A, B, and C. The main terminal is called the Jeppesen Terminal, and it has six floors. Concourse A has 51 gates from A26 to A40. Concourse B has 66 gates from B7 to B95. Concourse C has 26 gates from C23- to C51.
  • You can get through the DEN airport terminals by walking or the Automatic Guideway Transit System (AGTS). AGTS is a free underground train service that offers rides between Jeppesen Terminal to Concourse A, B, and C. You can find it at the main hall on Level 4. It takes about 6min from the terminal to Concourse C. The airport also offers a pedestrian walkway at the terminal's north end.
  • DEN has four airline lounges and a USO lounge for military travelers. The other Delta Sky Club is exclusively for flyer members and premium cabin passengers. Travelers can pay at the door to access American Admirals Club, Capital One Lounge, and United Club. They offer relaxing and comfortable seating areas, Wi-Fi, newspapers, and televisions.
  • Travelers flying with their pets can find pet relief areas at DEN. They are located in the post-security areas of A, B, and C concourses. You can find other pet relief areas in the pre-security area outside door 200 on the west side of the main terminal.
  • Several means provide transfers from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Sacramento. You can take the bus to the city center. The Sacramento Regional District Transit (SacrT) offers rides with lines 142. They provide rides from the airport to Sacramento every 20 to 30min. Yolobus lines 42A and 42B offer rides from the airport to downtown Sacramento. The airport also has taxi stands and car rental facilities for private transfers from the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Sacramento to Denver?

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

Direct departures

Sacramento Intl to Denver Intl

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Southwest,United Airlines,Frontier

Southwest,United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Denver Intl to Sacramento Intl

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

Southwest,United Airlines,Frontier

Southwest,United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

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Other airlines flying from Sacramento to Denver

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