Flying from Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Durango and Denver follow the same timezone, UTC-6.
Every week, there are 51 Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport flights. To get going early, go for the 05:30 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:11 with United Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DRO to DEN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
United Airlines offers direct flights from Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Denver — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates DRO to DEN flights. An exceptional 83.61% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DRO and DEN:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) to Denver International Airport (DEN)
Right now, £168 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £167. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from DRO to DEN, reserve your trip six months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DRO to DEN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport.
Handy information about Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
You'll find DRO at 1000 Airport Rd.
81.62% of flights departing from Durango-La Plata County Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from DRO.
Durango-La Plata County Airport is about 15 miles from central Durango. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)
Once your Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport flight has arrived, unwind at a nearby hotel. Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport is a great option that's not too far from DEN.
Grab a Denver International Airport rental car and explore Denver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Denver International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
From Denver International Airport, Denver is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Denver in April.
Lock in your flight from Durango-La Plata County Airport to Denver International Airport for July if you want to explore Denver during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DRO to DEN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Colorado Springs is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Denver. Around 65 miles away to the south, its best attractions include US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Around 8 miles east of Denver, Aurora is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc.