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Flight deals from San Jose to Denver

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from San Jose to Denver? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $138. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Denver.$57 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 2.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Mon, Mar 2, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $57, select.

Denver.$69 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 26.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Thu, Feb 26, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $69, select.

Denver.$84 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 11.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Mon, May 11, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $84, select.

Denver.$99 per passenger.Departing Sun, Apr 19.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Sun, Apr 19, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $99, select.

Denver.$143 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 7.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Tue, Jul 7, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.

Denver.$148 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 24.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Wed, Jun 24, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $148, select.

Denver.$149 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 15.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Sun, Nov 15, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.

Denver.$149 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 8.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Sat, Aug 8, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.

Denver.$168 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 10.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from San Jose International on Tue, Mar 10, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $168, select.

Denver.$168 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 5.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from San Jose International on Tue, May 5, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $168, select.

Denver.$169 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 8.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from San Jose International on Sat, Aug 8, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $169, select.

Denver.$180 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 26.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from San Jose International on Thu, Feb 26, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $180, select.

Denver.$184 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 6.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from San Jose International on Mon, Jul 6, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $184, select.

Denver.$185 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 1.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from San Jose International on Mon, Jun 1, arriving in Denver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $185, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Denver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose to Denver flights are currently cheapest in March.

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San Jose to Denver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$57
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	2 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	85

Finding cheap flights from San Jose to Denver: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Denver?

There are 4 airports in Denver: Denver Arapahoe Co, Broomfield, Denver International, and Northern Colorado Regional.

How much are round-trip flights from San Jose to Denver?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Jose to Denver is $138. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from San Jose to Denver?

2 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose to Denver.

Which airlines fly direct from San Jose to Denver?

Southwest Airlines, United and Air Canada fly direct from San Jose to Denver.

How many flights are there a week from San Jose to Denver?

There are 747 flights per week flying from San Jose to Denver, as of January 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Denver?

The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Denver is usually February.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Denver?

If you're flying from San Jose, the cheapest airport near Denver is Denver International – which is 18.6 miles away from the center of Denver. We've found flights to this airport from $138.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Jose to Denver on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Jose to Denver on Monday, February 23, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Jose to Denver?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 33 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from San Jose to Denver?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Denver but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Denver?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Denver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Denver?

In January, the average temperature is usually around 31°F. July is typically the warmest month in Denver, when it usually averages around 87°F. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 21°F. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from San Jose to Denver?

The cheapest airline that flies to Denver is Frontier Airlines, and the cheapest airline that flies to Broomfield Airport is Southwest Airlines.

Flying from San Jose to Denver: what you need to know

Many great adventures start from San Jose's main airport, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Check out your options for reserving a flight from San Jose to Denver leaving from this terminal.
Denver International Airport (DEN) is where your flight will arrive in Denver.
Jump on a direct San Jose to Denver flight and you'll be flying for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Denver is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of San Jose.
With 45 weekly flights between the two airports, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Denver International Airport (DEN) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from San Jose to Denver with Southwest Airlines at 06:30. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from SJC to DEN is with Southwest Airlines at 20:55.
To ensure you make your San Jose to Denver flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Denver

Right now, $57 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Denver. The cheapest price for a return flight is $138. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap San Jose to Denver flights by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from San Jose to Denver. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Finding a cheap flight from San Jose to Denver is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' San Jose to Denver flights.

Flying from San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

You can get a direct flight from San Jose to Denver departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Begin your trip at SJC and come in for landing at Denver International Airport (DEN).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct San Jose to Denver plane tickets out of SJC. Let one of these carriers take you there:
Located around 3 miles from the center of San Jose, SJC can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from San Jose to Denver, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
84.69% of flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from SJC.
The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Arriving in Denver

Denver International Airport (DEN)

Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver takes about 35 minutes by car. The center is roughly 18 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hop off your flight from San Jose to Denver and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option a short drive from DEN, make your way to The Westin Denver International Airport.
Grab a Denver International Airport rental car and discover Denver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Denver International Airport around one week in advance of your San Jose to Denver flight.
DEN is situated at 8500 Pena Boulevard.

Best time to go to Denver

July is the busiest month for flights from San Jose to Denver. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Denver in April.
The warmest month in Denver is July, with temperatures ranging between 57ºF and 90ºF. Book your San Jose to Denver ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 16ºF and 45ºF. Search for cheap flights from San Jose to Denver around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Denver

Start your Denver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Jose to Denver, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Denver Art Museum, Union Station and Denver Botanic Gardens are essential stops on your Denver itinerary.

Explore more of United States

Denver is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 65 miles south of Denver, a visit to Colorado Springs will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, head for Aurora, about 8 miles east of Denver. Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc are among its highlights.