Flying from Melbourne to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Denver International Airport (DEN) taking off from here.
Denver International Airport is located in Denver. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 17 hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Melbourne to DEN.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it easy to book a flight from Melbourne to DEN that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MEL and DEN include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is about 15 miles. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne to Denver International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Denver International Airport (DEN)
Hop off your flight from Melbourne to Denver International Airport and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you need a comfortable option that's not too far from DEN, stay at SpringHill Suites Denver Airport.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
From Denver International Airport, Denver is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 34 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Denver International Airport (DEN)
£436 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Denver International Airport. Return flights start from £687. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Melbourne to DEN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Melbourne to Denver International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can easily find a flight that fits your budget.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices drop. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Melbourne to DEN.
Customise your trip by applying filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Melbourne to Denver International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Denver International Airport (DEN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Denver International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Denver in April when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Denver. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Melbourne to DEN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Denver International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Denver
Start your Denver trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Denver International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Denver Art Museum and Union Station are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Denver itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Denver Botanic Gardens.
Complete your Denver trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Denver and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Melbourne to Denver International Airport.