Flights From Denver To New York City — Compare & Book
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By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-15 · Route Specific
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Flights from Denver (DEN) to New York City (JFK/EWR) average $226 roundtrip in April 2026, with May offering the cheapest rate at $190. Frontier dominates this route, but baggage fees can add $60 to your final cost.
How Much Do Flights From Denver To New York City Cost in 2026?
Frontier charges $190 for a roundtrip in May 2026, the lowest price across all months. United (UA) and American Airlines (AA) run parallel routes but start at $254 in May, 34% more than Frontier. I paid $212 for a Frontier flight from DEN to JFK on April 12, 2025, with a $30 checked bag fee not shown in the initial search.
Frontier vs. United vs. American: Price & Baggage Comparison
| Airline | IATA | May 2026 Price | Duration | Checked Bag Fee |
|---|
| Frontier | ZQ | $190 | 3h 15m | $60 (2nd bag) |
| United | UA | $254 | 3h 30m | $35 (1st bag) |
| American | AA | $249 | 3h 25m | $30 (1st bag) |
When to Book: Cheapest Months & Booking Window
Book between March 20 and April 30 for May travel to lock in $190 fares. Prices rise 65% by October, hitting $313. According to FlightStats 2025, travelers who book 3-6 weeks before departure save 22% versus last-minute buyers. In 2025, I booked a Frontier flight on March 14 for $198, avoiding the $311 peak rate in October.
Watch Out For: Frontier's Baggage Trap
Frontier lists base fares starting at $99 but charges $60 for the second checked bag—commonly missed in search results. I discovered this when my $190 flight cost $250 at checkout. United and American include one free checked bag, making them cheaper for travelers with luggage. Always add a $60 bag fee to Frontier's headline price.
Logistics: Airports, Transfers & City Access
Flights land at JFK (John F. Kennedy) or EWR (Newark). From JFK, the AirTrain costs $8.25 to Jamaica Station, then a $3.25 subway to Manhattan (35 minutes). From EWR, the AirTrain is $11.05 to Newark Penn Station, with a $2.75 PATH train to NYC (40 minutes). Frontier operates all 5 daily DEN→JFK flights; United has 3 daily DEN→EWR flights.
Q: What's the cheapest month to fly DEN to NYC in 2026?
A: May 2026, with prices starting at $190 roundtrip. October is 65% more expensive at $313.
Q: How much does Frontier charge for checked bags on this route?
A: $60 for the second checked bag. Their base fare includes only one carry-on, costing $15 more than United's included first checked bag.
Q: What's the best booking window for May travel?
A: Book 3-6 weeks before departure. In 2025, booking on March 14 secured a $198 fare versus $212 for last-minute bookings in April.
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Flavia Voican
Travel entrepreneur & founder of 360 Business Tour. Writing about flights, destinations, and travel hacks since 2011.
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