Travelling from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at Denver International Airport (DEN), the main airport in Denver. Search for flights from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) that leave from this base.
The average time for a direct Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Durango (where Durango-La Plata County Airport is located) and Denver share the UTC-6 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Denver International Airport (DEN) to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) is the most popular route. There are 41 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with United Airlines at 9pm. Go for the first DEN to DRO departure with United Airlines at 8:30am if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Denver to DRO.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
You can book a direct flight from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) leaving from Denver International Airport (DEN).
United Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport taking off from DEN.
United Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from DEN to DRO.
With an impressive 81.39% of services arriving on schedule, United Airlines is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
DEN is around 40 kilometres from central Denver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your flight from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport off to an easy start. Just a quick ride from Denver International Airport, book a night at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
80.23% of flights departing from Denver International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from DEN.
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
About Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
You'll find DRO at 1000 Airport Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
RM813 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport. A return flight starts at RM811. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Denver to DRO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
April is the quietest month for flights from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Durango based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Durango is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Denver to DRO plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Durango
After booking your flight from Denver to Durango-La Plata County Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Durango:
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum and The Colorado Trail are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Durango itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Durango Adventures and Zipline Tours.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Durango, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Albuquerque to tick off its leading attractions. From Petroglyph National Monument to Balloon Fiesta Park and Albuquerque Old Town, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Rio Rancho is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Durango. No trip is complete without a visit to Canyon Park, Rio Rancho Bosque Trail and Willow Creek Trail.