Denver to Sacramento flights
Direct and connecting flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Denver to Sacramento take?
Flight time from Denver (DEN) to Sacramento (SMF) 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 Sacramento?
Airline availability for DEN to SMF 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 Sacramento?
Direct (nonstop) availability on DEN to SMF 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 involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Frontier Airlines58
- Southwest Airlines40
- United Airlines40
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning DEN → SMF
DEN to SMF is a short-haul route of 1,460 km (907 mi). See the return SMF → DEN route.
Alternative airports near Denver: Buckley (BFK) — 19 km, Denver (APA) — 36 km, Broomfield-CO (BJC) — 38 km.
Alternative airports near Sacramento: Sacramento (MCC) — 17 km, Sacramento (SAC) — 22 km, Sacramento (MHR) — 30 km.