Traveling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport.
Flights from DEN to TUS start from 07:45 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is at 22:50 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 54 weekly Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your DEN to TUS flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
United Airlines is your gateway to exploring Tucson (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport offered by this airline.
United Airlines is the top choice for travelers on this route.
With a dependable 84.23% of services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for DEN to TUS flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between DEN and TUS include:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport flight is $121. A round-trip fare is currently $166. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DEN to TUS.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from DEN to TUS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.23% of flights that take off from DEN reach their destination on time.
Denver International Airport is around 40 kilometers from central Denver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a place to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport? Consider Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before heading to DEN.
Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Consider booking a hotel near TUS if you're taking a late Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tucson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and explore beyond Tucson's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tucson International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
You'll find TUS at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
From Tucson International Airport, Tucson is approximately 21 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 3 hours 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
October is the most popular month for flights from Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Tucson in May.
Book your flight from Denver International Airport to Tucson International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Tucson during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DEN to TUS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Tucson, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 161 kilometers north-west to Phoenix to check off its must-visit sights. From Desert Botanical Garden to Heard Museum and Papago Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another side of United States, consider El Paso, roughly 434 kilometers east of Tucson. Franklin Mountains State Park, Wyler Aerial Tramway and Chamizal National Memorial are key highlights.