Phoenix to Denver (PHX–APA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Phoenix to Denver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
581 mi 2h 2m nonstop +1h ahead 70 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PHX and APA, connecting options are available through 70 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PHX to APA.
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One-Stop Connections
70
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
378
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Denver from Phoenix

Nearby airports with service to Centennial Airport.
Metric PHX→APA TUS→APA
Distance from PHX 110 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0
Flight time 2h 2m 1h 35m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of PHX with service to Centennial Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Denver is 1 hour ahead of Phoenix.
PHX: MST · APA: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 7:00 PM in Denver.
Distance & Flight Time
581 mi / 935 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 2m.
Getting to PHX

Valley Metro Rail runs to the PHX Sky Train station at 44th Street/Washington (free Sky Train connects to T3 and T4 in 5 minutes). Fare from downtown Phoenix is $2 (20–25 min). The light rail network reaches Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. The Sky Train runs 24 hours, but light rail does not; check schedules for early morning or late night travel.Taxis from downtown Phoenix cost $20–30; from Scottsdale $30–45. Ride-shares are widely available and comparable to taxis. Terminal 2 is closed; all commercial flights operate from T3 and T4. On-site parking is expensive ($36+/day); off-airport lots are cheaper with shuttles.

PHX–APA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Phoenix to Denver route.
Route details
Distance581 mi / 935 km
Flight time2h 2m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections70 hubs
Origin: PHX
IATA / ICAOPHX / KPHX
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Passengers/yr51.2M
Elevation1,135 ft / 346 m
Destination: APA
IATA / ICAOAPA / KAPA
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,885 ft / 1,794 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PHX to APA flights.
Nonstop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Centennial Airport take approximately 2h 2m. The route covers 581 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BJC, ASE, TUS, ABQ, VNY, DEN, SLC, BZN, SAN, SAT, PSP, BUR, SNA, SJC, OMA, AUS, SMF, OAK, LAX, YYC, SFO, RNO, SJD, DSM, HOU, MLI, DFW, TUL, MSP, IAH, PDX, MCI, BFI, STL, YVR, IND, MKE, MDW, YEG, BNA, TLC, YLW, YIP, BHM, SEA, ORD, MSY, PIT, CMH, PIE, CLT, BCT, RDU, PBI, TPA, IAD, SRQ, YYZ, DCA, PHL, FLL, MCO, MIA, BOS, YOW, SJU, HNL, LAS, DAL and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Denver is 1 hour ahead of Phoenix.
Yes, return flights from APA to PHX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TUS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PHX to APA

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Centennial Airport (APA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PHX to APA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PHX to APA ranges from 2 hours 2 minutes. The route covers a distance of 581 miles (935 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

70 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via BJC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tucson (TUS).