Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix.
Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Denver (the location of Denver International Airport).
The most popular route is from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). There are 139 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from DEN to PHX is the 05:20 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 22:59 with Frontier Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your DEN to Phoenix flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Begin your journey at DEN and travel straight to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Denver International Airport to Phoenix tickets.
Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Denver International Airport to Phoenix. Book your ticket with one of these:
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Denver, DEN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix off to an easy start. Just a quick drive from DEN, spend the night at The Westin Denver International Airport and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Denver International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart DEN arrive at their destination without delay.
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Phoenix
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Denver International Airport to Phoenix flight is $42. The cheapest price for a return flight is $85. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from DEN to Phoenix by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Denver International Airport to Phoenix tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix takes around 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
Book a hotel near PHX if you're coming in on a late flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from DEN to Phoenix.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Once your flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is roughly 32 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near AZA. Kick back and get cosy after your DEN to Phoenix flight at any of these well-located options:
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from AZA two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix. March is the most popular month to travel to Phoenix. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in October.
Lock in a Denver International Airport to Phoenix plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEN to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Phoenix
Once you've booked your flight from Denver International Airport to Phoenix, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Camelback Mountain are a couple of big attractions to put on your Phoenix to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Heard Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Phoenix, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 483 kilometres west to San Diego to tick off its leading attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Las Vegas, roughly 418 kilometres northwest of Phoenix. Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio are among the biggest draws.
