Flying from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to Denver: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver and you'll be travelling for around 50 minutes.
Denver and Colorado Springs (where Colorado Springs Municipal Airport is located) are both in the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 93 flights a week between the two airports, Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to Denver International Airport (DEN) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from COS to DEN is with Southwest Airlines at 19:30.
Leave plenty of time to make your COS to Denver flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver tickets are available for booking. Denver International Airport (DEN) is where you'll be touching down.
Take to the skies with United Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver.
The journey from central Colorado Springs to COS takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel close to COS? If you're catching an early flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 83.68% of flights that take off from COS arrive at their destination as scheduled.
The address for COS is 7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to Denver
The best price we've found for a one-way Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver flight is ₹ 11,446. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 21,758. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from COS to Denver, reserve your journey two months before your departure date.
June is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Denver International Airport (DEN) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Denver. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Consider checking in to Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport after touching down from your flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver. It's a quick drive from DEN and a comfortable option if you're eager to rest shortly after arriving.
Grab a Denver International Airport rental car and discover Denver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Denver International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from COS to Denver.
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Best time to go to Denver
Plan your trip to Denver during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Denver, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from COS to Denver around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Denver
After booking your flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Denver, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Denver:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Union Station, Denver Art Museum and Denver Botanic Gardens are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Denver itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Denver, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 105 kilometres south to Colorado Springs to tick off its popular sights. From US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters to Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), there's plenty to keep you busy.
Pueblo is another favourite destination in United States and is around 161 kilometres south of Denver. No journey is complete without visiting Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum, Rosemount Museum and Pueblo Zoo.
