$50 Cheap Flights from Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Denver to Los Angeles (DEN-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $50 for one-way flights and $100 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 13 - Wed, May 14
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$100 Roundtrip, just found
$100
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $100 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Wed, May 21
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$123 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $123 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 10 - Sun, May 11
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$124 Roundtrip, just found
$124
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 10 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Sun, May 11, priced at $124 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 13 - Wed, May 14
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$133 Roundtrip, just found
$133
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $133 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Fri, May 23
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$134 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Fri, May 23, priced at $134 found 15 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 21 - Fri, May 30
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$140 Roundtrip, just found
$140
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 21 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $140 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, May 14 - Sat, May 17
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 14 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $177 just found
American Airlines
Wed, May 14 - Sat, May 17
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 14 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $177 just found
Delta
Wed, May 14 - Sat, May 17
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, May 14 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $177 just found
United
Wed, May 14 - Sat, May 17
DEN
Denver
LAX
Los Angeles
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, May 14 from Denver to Los Angeles, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $177 just found

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) start at $132. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving DEN on May 19 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on April 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DEN to LAX?
The cheapest flights from DEN to LAX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Take your pick of 5 carriers that offer direct flights from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). They include:

  • United Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from DEN to LAX?
Currently, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from DEN to LAX is Southwest Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $69. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DEN on May 21 2025. Prices were last updated on April 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
When flying out of Denver Intl. Airport (DEN), you’ll have your pick from an average of 20 daily nonstop flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
More passengers fly between DEN and LAX at 7 PM than at any other time of day. Looking for a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DEN to LAX?
Depart on a Monday if you’re after the largest selection of flights from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)’s earliest flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) leaves at approximately 6:00AM UTC-7. With a total travel time of 2h 39m, you’ll touch down at around 7:39AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The average flight duration from DEN to LAX is 2 hours and 39 minutes, covering a total distance of 860 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DEN to LAX?
Consider traveling with Aeromexico if you’d like to fly straight from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To touch down at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on time, choose a flight that takes off from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)?
A direct flight from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) will fly you straight to one of these hubs in Los Angeles:

  • Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
  • Bob Hope Airport (BUR)
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Booking your flight from DEN to LAX shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. However, if there’s some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DEN to LAX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a DEN to LAX flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
In most instances, you’re able to reschedule or cancel your DEN to LAX flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and policies on flight changes, or if you’d like more information, head to our Customer Service portal.
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