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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 250
Typical prices: C$ 240-C$ 507
Southwest
Fri 5/1Fri 12/1
ATL - DEN • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 125
Typical prices: C$ 156-C$ 371
Southwest
Wed 12/12
ATL - DEN • Direct
Advice from real travellers
On United, bring a headset for the seatback TV; none are handed out.
Track United prices closely, as fares on Atlanta-Denver can change often.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta, United Airlines, and others. Average duration is 3h 21m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 23% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 333 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Denver (ATL-DEN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Denver

Tue, 5 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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6:35 a.m. - 7:55 a.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
3h 20mdirect
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5:55 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 50mdirect
C$ 250Southwest
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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6:45 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
3h 15mdirect
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5:30 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 50mdirect
C$ 251Southwest
Tue, 5 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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6:35 a.m. - 7:55 a.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
3h 20mdirect
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11:15 a.m. - 8:10 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
C$ 264Southwest
Tue, 5 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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6:35 a.m. - 7:55 a.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
3h 20mdirect
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1:15 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 20m2 stops Omaha Eppley Airfield Dallas Love Field
C$ 265Southwest
Sat, 14 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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7:10 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
7h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Kansas City
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8:20 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
4h 45m1 stop Dallas Love Field
C$ 271Southwest
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
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12:01 p.m. - 1:24 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
3h 23mdirect
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6:35 p.m. - 11:27 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 52mdirect
C$ 274Delta
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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11:59 a.m. - 1:12 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
3h 13mdirect
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8:10 a.m. - 1:03 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 53mdirect
C$ 275Delta
Sat, 24 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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6:40 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
8h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Kansas City
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10:45 a.m. - 5:05 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
4h 20m1 stop Kansas City
C$ 283Southwest
Sat, 24 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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6:40 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
8h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Kansas City
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1:30 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 40m2 stops Omaha Eppley Airfield Lambert-St Louis
C$ 290Southwest
Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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7:59 p.m. - 9:24 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DEN Denver Intl
3h 25mdirect
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7:10 p.m. - 12:10 a.m.DEN  Denver Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
3h 00mdirect
C$ 295Frontier
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Atlanta to Denver flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Atlanta to Denver with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Denver?

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Denver start at C$ 250. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 240 to C$ 507. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 250 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Denver?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Denver and is 15% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Denver?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Denver at C$ 275 round-trip.
  • June (C$ 483) and July (C$ 426) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Atlanta to Denver the cheapest?

Flights from Atlanta to Denver are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to Denver

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Atlanta to Denver flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 125
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
Flights from Atlanta to Denver

When to book flights from Atlanta to Denver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Atlanta to Denver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Atlanta to Denver: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Atlanta to Denver 
DanaFlew with United Airlines-Nov 2024
Bring your own headset if you want to plug into the in chair TV. They don’t have any to pass out.
KristofferFlew with United Airlines-Feb 2024
Check prices all the time as they fluctuate often

Your Atlanta to Denver flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Atlanta to Denver flights?

    Among airlines operating Atlanta to Denver flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Atlanta to Denver?

    4 airlines operate flights between Atlanta and Denver. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • United Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Atlanta to Denver?

    Flights from Atlanta to Denver usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Denver Intl (DEN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Atlanta to Denver flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Atlanta to Denver?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Atlanta to Denver.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Atlanta to Denver?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 333 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to C$ 358 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Atlanta to Denver?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 38–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Atlanta to Denver?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Atlanta to Denver pass through?

    One-stop flights from Atlanta to Denver most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Atlanta to Denver?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Atlanta to Denver route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 307 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 413, a difference of C$ 106. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Atlanta to Denver?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Atlanta to Denver route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 29 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Atlanta to Denver spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Atlanta to Denver flights, with 41% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, Evening flights for 26%, and Night flights for 6%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Denver?

    Some of the most popular sights in Denver are Colorado Convention Center, 16th Street Mall, and Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel. These are among the most viewed places in Denver on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Atlanta to Denver?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Atlanta to Denver:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:01 am and lands at 8:22 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:32 pm and lands at 1:53 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 21m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Atlanta to Denver flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 29% above the route average of C$ 359. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Atlanta to Denver take?

    A direct flight from Atlanta to Denver takes 3h 21m, covering 3,099 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta to Denver?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Atlanta to Denver looking right now?

    One-way fares from Atlanta to Denver are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 148, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Atlanta to Denver flights?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Atlanta to Denver flights are:

    • United Airlines: 89% on time
    • Delta: 86% on time
    • Frontier: 82% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 85% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Atlanta to Denver?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Atlanta to Denver?

    Flying via Kansas City (MCI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 5h 37m via Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and 5h 55m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Atlanta and Denver?

    Denver is 2 hours behind Atlanta (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Denver Intl Airport (DEN)?

    Denver Intl Airport (DEN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 22 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Ace
    • NU Car
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Atlanta to Denver flight?

    Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Denver range from C$ 240 to C$ 507, with an average of C$ 359 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 240 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Atlanta to Denver flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Atlanta to Denver flights:

    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Atlanta to Denver flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 307 – about C$ 106 less than Sunday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Atlanta to Denver trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 275 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 208 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 89% of United Airlines flights from Atlanta to Denver arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours29 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 333 round-trip on this route – about C$ 25 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Denver Intl Airport.
    - The Westin Denver International Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Atlanta to Denver?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Denver Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Denver Intl

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

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Direct returns

Denver Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

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