Track Los Angeles to Denver Flights
Get SMS alerts for LAX-DEN flights. Coast to the Rockies.
Track This RouteOutbound
2 hours 45 minutes
Return
2 hours 30 minutes
Daily Flights
20+
Airlines
6
Timezone note
Denver is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles (Mountain vs Pacific Time).
About this route
Los Angeles to Denver flights
Los Angeles to Denver eastbound is a popular route for skiers, business travelers, and passengers connecting through United's DEN hub to destinations across the Mountain West and Great Plains. The flight takes about 2 hours 45 minutes heading east — slightly longer than the westbound leg due to prevailing headwinds.
Denver's weather is the wildcard on this route. DEN is one of the most blizzard-prone major airports in the country, and spring snowstorms can shut down operations with little warning as late as May. Summer brings a different challenge — afternoon thunderstorms that build over the Front Range and trigger ground stops during the busiest arrival window. The 1-hour timezone gain heading east means an 8am Pacific departure arrives around 11:45am Mountain.
DEN's massive footprint — the airport is larger than Manhattan — means long taxi times after landing, sometimes 15-20 minutes from touchdown to gate. The automated train between concourses adds another layer of transit time. Landing alerts give pickup drivers critical lead time to navigate the airport's sprawling cell phone lot and pickup lanes.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How long is the LA to Denver flight?
About 2 hours 45 minutes eastbound. The return to LA is slightly faster at around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Which airlines fly LA to Denver?
United, Southwest, Delta, American, Frontier, and Spirit all offer nonstop service.
Does Denver get weather delays?
Yes — DEN is prone to winter blizzards and summer afternoon thunderstorms that can cause significant delays. Landing alerts are especially useful.
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