$40 Cheap flight deals from Denver (DEN) to Chico (SMF)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Denver to Chico

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.

Fri, Oct 24 - Fri, Oct 24
DEN
Denver Intl.
SMF
Sacramento Intl.
$304 Roundtrip, just found
$304
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Denver Intl. to Sacramento Intl., returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $304 just found

Airfares from $40 One Way, $78 Round Trip from Denver to Chico

Prices starting at $78 for return flights and $40 for one-way flights to Chico were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Thu, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 23
DEN
Denver
SMF
Sacramento
$78 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$78
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 15 from Denver to Sacramento, returning Fri, Jan 23, priced at $78 found 19 hours ago
Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 18
DEN
Denver
SMF
Sacramento
$85 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$85
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from Denver to Sacramento, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $85 found 4 hours ago
Sun, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 15
DEN
Denver
SMF
Sacramento
$86 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from Denver to Sacramento, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $86 found 1 day ago
Sat, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 25
DEN
Denver
SMF
Sacramento
$142 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from Denver to Sacramento, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $142 found 5 hours ago
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
DEN
Denver
SMF
Sacramento
$181 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from Denver to Sacramento, returning Mon, Jan 19, priced at $181 found 21 hours ago

Chico economy flight packages

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evo Hotel Tahoe City
4.0-star property

evo Hotel Tahoe City

8.6/10 Excellent! (185 reviews)

Dec 8 - Dec 12

4 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $433, price is now $304 per person
$304
per person
found 1 day ago
Locality, view, scenery and perfect weather. Breakfast was not free, but good price.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Basecamp Tahoe City
3.0-star property

Basecamp Tahoe City

9/10 Wonderful! (823 reviews)

Dec 8 - Dec 12

4 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $545, price is now $387 per person
$387
per person
found 1 day ago
Great location. Big room.

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Granlibakken Tahoe
3.0-star property

Granlibakken Tahoe

8.2/10 Very Good! (914 reviews)

Dec 8 - Dec 12

4 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $523, price is now $411 per person
$411
per person
found 1 day ago
Nice location close to Lake Tahoe and other areas.

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2023

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Route Information for Flights from Denver to Chico

Origin Airport IATA Code
DEN
Destination Airport IATA Code
SMF
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Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Denver to Chico?
Get ready to enjoy a hassle-free flight on board one of the 3 airlines that fly directly from Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to SMF. We've put together a list of popular carriers to choose from:

  • United Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the shortest flight from Denver to Chico?
Jetting from COS to Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) takes at least 3 hours and 20 minutes. Enjoy a wine and watch a movie or two — this is the perfect opportunity to kick back and unwind.
What airlines fly from Denver to Chico most frequently?
United Airlines (UA) offers 152 flights each month between DEN to SMF. Your next epic adventure is just a few clicks away. Alternatively, book a seat with Southwest Airlines (WN). You'll have 147 monthly flights between Denver and Chico to take your pick of with this carrier.
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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