$99 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Denver (DEN)

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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Denver (SMF-DEN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $99 for one-way flights and $140 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 13
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$140 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $140 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$141 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $141 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 7
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$148 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $148 found 7 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 28
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$160 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $160 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Mon, Sep 8
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$162 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $162 found 13 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 21
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$176 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $176 found 12 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 30
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$182 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $182 found 9 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 19
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$188 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $188 found 9 hours ago
United
Sun, Oct 26 - Mon, Oct 27
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $197 just found
Delta
Sun, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 22
SMF
Sacramento
DEN
Denver
$207 Roundtrip, just found
$207
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Sacramento to Denver, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $207 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to Denver (DEN)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $73 - $199 per traveler.

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Denver Intl. DEN. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $322
DEN
Denver Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center32 min
Flights from $322
Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Denver (DEN)
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
Denver Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$139
Distance
907 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 20 mins

Sacramento to Denver Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sacramento to Denver

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Sacramento to Denver are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Denver with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Denver

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sacramento to Denver: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Sacramento to Denver

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Denver in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $99 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Sacramento to Denver flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Sacramento to Denver airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) cost?
You can find affordable return tickets from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) starting at $128. Grab a seat and set off on your next adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Frontier Airlines flight leaving SMF on August 18 2025 and touching down at DEN. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SMF to DEN?
The cheapest flights from SMF to DEN are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
Skip the stopovers and travel nonstop from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) with 3 airlines, including:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from SMF to DEN?
Travel from SMF to DEN with Frontier Airlines. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $65. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SMF on September 25 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
Each day, an average of 9 nonstop flights take off from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN). Choose the departure that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
More travelers fly between SMF and DEN at 1 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to DEN?
If you jet off on a Sunday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN).
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
The first flight of the day leaving from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) is at around 5:20AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll touch down at Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) at approximately 8:46AM UTC-7. The total flight duration is 2h 26m.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
Flights from SMF to DEN have an average travel time of 2 hours and 23 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 910 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SMF to DEN?
With 85% of journeys usually arriving as scheduled, Lufthansa has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
Opt for a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Denver from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Check out your flight options from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN). This is the only Denver airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SMF to DEN are usually more expensive. To lock in the best rates, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to DEN flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SMF to DEN flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
Typically, you're able to reschedule or cancel your SMF to DEN flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you need more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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