Flying from Vancouver to Denver: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Denver. Explore your options for leaving Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Denver International Airport (DEN) is where you'll be landing in Denver.
Book a direct Vancouver to Denver flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Denver is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Vancouver.
With 37 flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Denver International Airport (DEN) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Vancouver to Denver with United Airlines at 08:30. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from YVR to DEN is with Air Canada at 20:30.
To ensure you board your Vancouver to Denver flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Denver
Book five months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Vancouver to Denver flights.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Vancouver to Denver. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Jet off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on a nonstop flight from Vancouver to Denver. From YVR, you can fly straight to Denver International Airport (DEN).
Lock in your Vancouver to Denver plane tickets with United Airlines. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from YVR.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Denver? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Denver flight with time to spare. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Denver International Airport (DEN) is approximately 29 kilometres from the centre of Denver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
After your flight from Vancouver to Denver has touched down, unwind at a hotel close by. The Westin Denver International Airport is a comfy option that's an easy drive from DEN.
Pick up a Denver International Airport rental car and explore Denver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Denver International Airport around one week before your trip.
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Best time to go to Denver
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Denver. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Denver in April.
Book a Vancouver to Denver ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Denver to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Denver around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Denver
Start your Denver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Denver, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Denver Art Museum, Union Station and Denver Botanic Gardens are essential stops on your Denver itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Denver, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 105 kilometres south to Colorado Springs to check off its leading sights. From US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters to Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Aurora is another well-known destination in United States and is around 13 kilometres east of Denver. No trip is complete without dropping by Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc.