Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 52 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix.
Phoenix is 1 hour behind Denver, where Denver International Airport is located. Phoenix operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
With 199 weekly flights between the two airports, Denver International Airport (DEN) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the busiest route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:01. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from DEN to PHX is with Frontier Airlines at 23:30.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from DEN to Phoenix. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Direct flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Phoenix are available for booking. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is where you'll complete your journey.
Top airlines that have direct flights from Denver International Airport to Phoenix include:
Once you've booked your flight tickets from Denver International Airport to Phoenix, get your documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're ready to go.
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Denver, DEN can be reached in approximately 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Get your flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix off to a leisurely start. Just a short drive from DEN, spend the night at SpringHill Suites Denver Airport and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Phoenix
C$64 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Denver International Airport to Phoenix. Return flights start at C$127. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DEN to Phoenix.
The cheapest month for tickets from Denver International Airport to Phoenix is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 33 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 54 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCF instead:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Central Phoenix is around 8 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Once your flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 11 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 34 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near PHX. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from DEN to Phoenix:
Best time to go to Phoenix
Before locking in your flights from Denver International Airport to Phoenix, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Phoenix offers a vibrant atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in your flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from DEN to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Phoenix
After locking in your flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Phoenix:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are popular attractions which should be on any good Phoenix itinerary.
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