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Cheapest round-trip
$264
Typical prices: $342-$541
Frontier
Fri 11/30Fri 12/7
IAD - DEN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$359
Typical prices: $351-$545
United Airlines
Tue 12/25Mon 12/31
IAD - DEN • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 4h 06m
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Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 27% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $279 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Denver (IAD-DEN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Denver

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
Frontier Logo
10:47 pm - 6:36 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
9h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:47 am - 11:11 amDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 24m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$264Frontier
Sun, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 13
Frontier Logo
10:57 pm - 3:54 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
18h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:11 am - 12:19 amDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$264Frontier
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:38 am - 4:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
9h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:41 am - 11:43 pmDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$267Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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9:15 am - 1:29 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
6h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:33 am - 3:48 pmDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$292American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 10:54 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 10:59 pmDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$293American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:31 pm - 9:42 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
11h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:34 pm - 4:55 pmDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 21m1 stop Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
$295Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:10 am - 8:17 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
4h 07mnonstop
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7:40 am - 12:56 pmDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 16mnonstop
$359United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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12:40 pm - 2:48 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
4h 08mnonstop
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6:00 am - 11:19 amDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 19mnonstop
$359United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 17
Delta Logo
10:05 am - 4:42 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
8h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 4:30 pmDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 45m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$379Delta
Tue, Mar 30 - Sun, Apr 4
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6:00 am - 11:54 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEN Denver Intl
7h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:10 pm - 12:20 amDEN  Denver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver typically range from $342 to $541. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $264, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver at $319 round-trip.
•July ($531) and June ($514) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dulles Intl to Denver

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and IAD

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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Blane Bachelor

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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.

Harriet Baskas

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.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$141
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 6% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver

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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:10 am and lands at 10:16 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:34 pm and lands at 2:40 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 06m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver takes 4h 06m, covering 1,448 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver range from $342 to $541, with an average of $439 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the $439 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $279 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $445 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 38%, evening flights for 12%, and night flights for 12%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $264 to $1,990. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $212, which is 20% 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 22m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $403 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $508, a difference of $105.

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Denver.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 34m, compared with 5h 52m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 47m via Tampa (TPA).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Denver?

    Denver is 2 hours behind Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • Where can passengers in IAD freshen up?

    Passengers who want to freshen up can take showers. Air France-KLM and British Airways lounges offer showers services. Air France-KLM is located opposite gate A22 concourse A in the midfield terminal, while British Airways lounge is located at concourse B in the midfield terminal. Passengers can also have massages at gate A20, concourse A on the airside. You can also have manicures, pedicures and massages in gate A32 on concourse B.

  • Where can passengers get help from IAD airport?

    If you want help, you can visit the information desks on the landside at baggage claims 6, 11 and 14 and on the airside, near gates A15, B62, C17 and D16. There is also an organization known as Traveler's Aid that helps lost passengers by answering their questions. They are located at the baggage claim areas adjacent to carousels 6, 12 and 14. In concourses A, B, C, C7 and D, mobile guides are walking around.

  • Are there pet relief areas located at the departure and arrival airports?

    If you are traveling with your pet and wondering where you can find pet relief areas in DEN, they are located on each concourse and another outside the terminal. IAD also has pet relief areas near carousel 1, baggage claim areas, arrivals level, door 1 near AeroMexico counter and door 16 United Airlines Counter on the landside. On the airside, they are situated at gates D1 and A32.

  • Where in IAD airport can you relax before your flight?

    If you are at IAD, take advantage of the lounges inside the airport. Payment can be made at the door and you can purchase a lounge pass or a lounge membership program. Lounges in IAD include KLM lounge opposite gate A22, concourse A on the midfield terminal, British Airways Galleries lounge in concourse B, and airside on the midfield. If you are a military officer, USO lounge offers free services to military officers and their families. It is located across from baggage claim 11 and 12, arrivals level on the main terminal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $403, about $105 less than Sunday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver trip for January. Fares historically average $319 round-trip in that month - typically $212 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 89% of United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Denver arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 22m, 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $279 round-trip on this route - about $166 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
  • Dulles International Airport (IAD) has airport cars and limo services that are licensed fully and have well-trained drivers who know the geography of the area well. They provide reliable and affordable transport to and from the airport. They offer services 24/7, ready to meet all the transport needs of the travelers.
  • IAD airport has nursing rooms for breastfeeding mothers. The nursing rooms are located at the main terminal landside, across from Baggage Claims 2, 6,11 and 14 and on the airside, gates A20, B70, C11 and D1. The room has comfortable sitting areas, a conducive environment for breastfeeding.
  • If you are traveling with kids, there are play areas in IAD Concourse B, near gate B70. It provides children with all kinds of games, and this keeps them busy as you wait for the flight.
  • If you want a place at IAD airport where you can buy food, there are over 30 food and beverage concessions at the airport. Some restaurants are open 24h, including Capitol Grounds, Cafe Americana and Starbucks on the landside. On the airside, there is Bistro Atelier Grab and Go in gate D 14, concourse D, Capital City Ink in gate C14, concourse C and Dulles Gourmet Market in gate D5, concourse D.
  • If you want a quiet and peaceful place to collect your thoughts after arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN), there is an Islamic masjid and an interfaith chapel. The chapel is located at level 6, east of Jeppesen terminal.

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Denver Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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