Which airline has the best punctuality record on Denver to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How often are flights from Denver to San Francisco delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Denver and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 143 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Denver to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

How popular is this Denver to San Francisco flight route?

This flight path from Denver Intl to San Francisco was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from Denver to San Francisco?

For as low as £134, United Airlines can have you in San Francisco from Denver in 2h 49m. The distance between Denver and San Francisco is about 964 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to San Francisco?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Denver to San Francisco are Air China (79%), ANA (74%) and Volaris (70%).

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Yes. In addition to deals on Denver to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Denver to San Francisco?

The best time to book flights from Denver to San Francisco is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Denver to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to San Francisco (average of £180). Flying from Denver to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £283). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DEN to SFO?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 84% on flights from Denver to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Denver to San Francisco?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Denver to San Francisco flights typically cost between £156 and £286 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £128 on Frontier (13 Dec–20 Dec).

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How popular is this Denver to San Francisco flight route?
This flight path from Denver Intl to San Francisco was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Denver to San Francisco?
For as low as £134, United Airlines can have you in San Francisco from Denver in 2h 49m. The distance between Denver and San Francisco is about 964 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to San Francisco?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Denver to San Francisco are Air China (79%), ANA (74%) and Volaris (70%).
Can I find deals for flights from Denver to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Denver to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Denver to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Denver to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Denver to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Denver to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Denver to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to San Francisco (average of £180). Flying from Denver to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £283). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Denver to San Francisco?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DEN to SFO?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 84% on flights from Denver to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Denver to San Francisco?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Denver to San Francisco flights typically cost between £156 and £286 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £128 on Frontier (13 Dec–20 Dec).

How often are flights from Denver to San Francisco delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Denver and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 143 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Denver to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Denver to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

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Denver to San Francisco flights typically cost between £156 and £286 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £128 on Frontier (13 Dec–20 Dec).