Denver to Colorado Springs flights
Direct and connecting flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Denver to Colorado Springs take?
Flight time from Denver (DEN) to Colorado Springs (COS) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Denver to Colorado Springs?
Airline availability for DEN to COS changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Denver to Colorado Springs?
Direct (nonstop) availability on DEN to COS varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SkyWest5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| SkyWest | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning DEN → COS
DEN to COS is a short-haul route of 117 km (73 mi). See the return COS → DEN route.
Alternative airports near Denver: Buckley (BFK) — 19 km, Denver (APA) — 36 km, Broomfield-CO (BJC) — 38 km.
Alternative airports near Colorado Springs: Fort Carson (FCS) — 15 km, Pueblo (PUB) — 60 km, Denver (APA) — 86 km.