Las Vegas to Denver (LAS–DEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LAS–DEN is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 627 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 73 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h45-2h05 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 43 | 321, 32Q, A21N | 1h59-2h14 | – | Y4 | |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, CM, LX | 33 | 32Q, 738 | 2h01-2h05 | Star Alliance | AC, CM, LX | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| KG Key Lime Air | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Denver from Las Vegas
| Metric | LAS→DEN | BLD→DEN | SGU→DEN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAS | – | 19 mi | 112 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 235 | 1 | 34 |
| Flight time | 2h | 2h 13m | 1h 54m |
| Departure OTP | 55% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAS: PDT · DEN: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Las Vegas, it's 7:00 PM in Denver.
The airport is 5 miles from the Strip; ride-shares and taxis take 10–20 minutes from the Strip ($15–25). There is no rail link.The Las Vegas Monorail does not serve the airport. RTC bus Route 109 connects the airport to the Strip ($2, 20–30 min), but luggage handling is inconvenient. Hotel shuttles from major resorts are the most hassle-free option and often free for guests.
RTD A Line runs to Denver Union Station (37 min, $10.50) with connections to light rail and bus routes. Taxis have meters; expect $55–65 to downtown.DEN's tent-roof Jeppesen Terminal is a single building; all three concourses connect via the underground automated train. Rental cars are on level 5. For ski resorts, shuttle services depart from Ground Transportation.
Semi-arid with 300+ days of sunshine. Summers are dry and warm (27–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that produce dramatic but brief delays. Winters bring cold temperatures (−8 to 5°C) and heavy blizzards that can shut down ground operations.
Spring snowstorms can be heavier than midwinter ones. Altitude (5,430 ft) means low humidity year-round; stay hydrated.
LAS–DEN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Las Vegas to Denver: Desert to Mountain Leisure Route
The Las Vegas–Denver corridor connects two of the West's major tourism economies. Four carriers operate 256 weekly departures: United, Frontier, Southwest, and occasionally others. The route sees bidirectional demand. Las Vegas draws Colorado visitors for gaming and entertainment. Denver serves as the gateway for Las Vegas residents traveling to Colorado's ski resorts and mountain communities. Frontier's Denver hub presence makes it a competitive option against United's legacy position.
Seasonal Demand and Ski Traffic
Ski season (late November through early April) produces consistent demand surges as Las Vegas residents and visitors make weekend trips to Colorado resorts. Summer also sees leisure demand in both directions. Block time is 1 hour 40 minutes, short enough to support same-day return trips.