Cheap Flight Deals From Chicago (CHI) to Denver (DEN) Starting at $44

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Chicago to Denver

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Jun 10
MDW
Midway Intl.
DEN
Denver Intl.
$258 One way, found 3 hours ago
$258
One way
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 10 from Midway Intl. to Denver Intl., priced at $258 found 3 hours ago
Sat, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 13
MDW
Midway Intl.
DEN
Denver Intl.
$258 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 10 from Midway Intl. to Denver Intl., returning Tue, Jun 13, priced at $258 found 3 hours ago
Fri, Jun 9
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
DEN
Denver Intl.
$308 One way, just found
$308
One way
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 9 from O'Hare Intl. to Denver Intl., priced at $308 just found
Fri, Jun 9 - Sun, Jun 11
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
DEN
Denver Intl.
$308 Roundtrip, just found
$308
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 9 from O'Hare Intl. to Denver Intl., returning Sun, Jun 11, priced at $308 just found
Sun, Jun 11
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
COS
Colorado Springs
$386 One way, found 5 days ago
$386
One way
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Jun 11 from O'Hare Intl. to Colorado Springs, priced at $386 found 5 days ago
Sun, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 14
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
COS
Colorado Springs
$386 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$386
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Jun 11 from O'Hare Intl. to Colorado Springs, returning Wed, Jun 14, priced at $386 found 5 days ago

Airfares from $44 One Way, $88 Round Trip from Chicago to Denver

Prices starting at $88 for return flights and $44 for one-way flights to Denver were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Oct 4
MDW
Chicago
DEN
Denver
$44 One way, just found
$44
One way
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 4 from Chicago to Denver, priced at $44 just found
Fri, Aug 18
ORD
Chicago
DEN
Denver
$75 One way, found 1 hour ago
$75
One way
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 18 from Chicago to Denver, priced at $75 found 1 hour ago
Tue, Aug 1 - Tue, Aug 8
MDW
Chicago
DEN
Denver
$88 Roundtrip, just found
$88
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 1 from Chicago to Denver, returning Tue, Aug 8, priced at $88 just found
Tue, Jul 4
ORD
Chicago
COS
Colorado Springs
$95 One way, found 6 days ago
$95
One way
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jul 4 from Chicago to Colorado Springs, priced at $95 found 6 days ago
Tue, Jul 11
MDW
Chicago
DEN
Denver
$100 One way, found 8 hours ago
$100
One way
found 8 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 11 from Chicago to Denver, priced at $100 found 8 hours ago
Sat, Jul 15
ORD
Chicago
DEN
Denver
$125 One way, just found
$125
One way
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 15 from Chicago to Denver, priced at $125 just found
Mon, Aug 28 - Wed, Sep 6
ORD
Chicago
DEN
Denver
$146 Roundtrip, just found
$146
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 28 from Chicago to Denver, returning Wed, Sep 6, priced at $146 just found
Tue, Aug 29 - Wed, Aug 30
ORD
Chicago
COS
Colorado Springs
$168 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 29 from Chicago to Colorado Springs, returning Wed, Aug 30, priced at $168 found 5 days ago
Sat, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 19
ORD
Chicago
DEN
Denver
$178 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 16 from Chicago to Denver, returning Tue, Sep 19, priced at $178 found 6 hours ago
Tue, Jul 11 - Wed, Jul 12
ORD
Chicago
DEN
Denver
$193 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 11 from Chicago to Denver, returning Wed, Jul 12, priced at $193 found 1 hour ago

Denver economy flight packages

Sentral Union Station
3.5-star property

Sentral Union Station

8.8/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)

Jul 14 - Jul 16

2 night stay

Chicago (CHI) to Denver (DEN)

Delta • Non-stop • Coach

Denver (DEN) to Chicago (CHI)

Frontier Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $1,058, price is now $866 per person
per person
We chose this property for this convenience to Central Station for our Amtrak trip. We were very pleased with the room and really hated to leave. We would definitely stay here if we had a chance for a longer stay.

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2023

Hampton Inn Denver-International Airport
2.5-star property

Hampton Inn Denver-International Airport

8.8/10 Excellent! (2,085 reviews)

Jul 7 - Jul 9

2 night stay

Chicago (CHI) to Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines • Coach

Denver (DEN) to Chicago (CHI)

Delta • Coach
Price was $413, price is now $341 per person
per person
Clean, comfortable room with a professional, experienced staff (Gwen) made this a superior stay. Airport shuttle is fast and readily available and parking was safe and well lit.

Reviewed on May 23, 2023

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection
4.5-star property

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Jul 14 - Jul 16

2 night stay

Chicago (CHI) to Denver (DEN)

Delta • Non-stop • Coach

Denver (DEN) to Chicago (CHI)

Frontier Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $1,028, price is now $869 per person
per person
Property needs updating, better cleaning (used wascloth in bathroom), better organization (breakfast - multiple groups of people w reservations trying to find staff to check in and/or figure out where breakfast was even held.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2023

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More About Flying To Denver from Chicago

Route Information for Flights from Chicago to Denver

Origin Airport IATA Code
CHI
Destination Airport IATA Code
DEN
Distance
886 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines, JAL, Air Canada, LOT - Polish Airlines, Austrian, Emirates, Copa Airlines, SWISS, United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Southwest Airlines, SAS, Iberia, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Gulf Air
Earliest Flight Arrival
12:38PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
4:48AM UTC

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Popular Routes from Chicago to Denver

The most traveled route from Chicago to Denver is from O’Hare International to Denver International. There are 180 direct flights a week between the two cities, operated by a choice of six airlines.

Denver is the fifth most popular destination for all flights leaving O’Hare, with just over a million passengers each year making the journey. Carriers operating direct flight options from Chicago to Denver include American Airlines, Frontier, Spirit and United.


The Flight from Chicago to Denver

The flight time from Chicago to Denver is approximately two hours and 30 minutes and covers a distance of 872 miles.

The flight path heads out west from Chicago towards the central part of the US. It crosses Illinois, Iowa and Nebraska before reaching Colorado, the home of Denver.

Your departure airport will be Chicago O’Hare International. This is located 14 miles to the northwest of the Loop business district and covers a massive area of around 7,600 acres. There are non-stop flights to more than 215 destinations, making it one of a select band of global airports to exceed the 200 mark.

The airport handles around 80 million passengers every year, making it one of the world’s ten busiest airports. It also serves as a hub for more than one of the three major US carriers.

Denver International Airport is the largest in the US and second largest in the world by geographical size, at a colossal 33,500 acres. With 35,000 employees it is also the largest employer in Colorado. As an airport of such scale, as you would expect there are good passenger facilities in the terminal buildings, including plenty of eating, drinking and shopping options.

It currently offers direct flights to 205 global destinations, making it the fourth US airport to pass the 200 mark. It is also the fifth busiest in the US, handling over 60 million passengers each year. The Chicago route is the airport’s third most popular by passenger numbers.


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Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Chicago to Denver now?
If you’re wondering about travel restrictions and quarantine requirements when flying from Chicago to Denver, go right to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor.
Are there non-stop flights from Chicago to Denver?
Direct flights are offered by as many as 4 airlines from Chicago, IL (ORD-O’Hare Intl.) to DIA airport, which means you could be booking your memorable getaway in a matter of minutes. Here are some popular carriers to compare:

  • United Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the shortest flight from Chicago to Denver?
Flying from Chicago, IL (ORD-O’Hare Intl.) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS) will take a minimum of 3 hours and 15 minutes. Treat yourself to a wine and watch a flick or two — it’s the ideal opportunity to relax.
What airlines fly from Chicago to Denver most frequently?
We all have our preferences when it comes to airlines, and you have a nice selection when jetting off from Chicago to Denver. These top carriers service this route the most: United Airlines - (UA) with 273 flights every month Southwest Airlines - (WN) with 173 flights every month American Airlines - (AA) with 139 flights every month Frontier Airlines - (F9) with 30 flights every month
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Denver?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Denver have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Denver with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Denver without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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