22 Best Weekend Getaways from Boulder, Colorado (within a 4-hour flight)
- Jordan Hinsch
- Aug 3
- 9 min read
Boulder, Colorado, is a vibrant city at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, known for its outdoor recreation, tech industry, and progressive culture. Home to the University of Colorado Boulder, it features stunning natural scenery, a thriving arts scene, and a strong emphasis on sustainability and healthy living.
If you're a local and looking to escape for a weekend, keep reading. With a vast array of short domestic destinations, there are also some international destinations within reach. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Boulder Colorado area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.
Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS) - 2 Hour Flight
Why go?
Gambling, Hoover Dam, Death Valley National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Partying, more Gambling.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Las Vegas
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
United from DEN - See flight deals
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $61+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Los Angeles, California (LAX, BUR, SNA, LGB, SBA, ONT) - 2 Hour 36 Minute Flight
Why go?
Surfing, Hiking, Sports, City Life, Culture, Fame, Disneyland, Food.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Los Angeles
When to go?
Year-round
Who can fly you there?
United from DEN - See flight deals
American from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $69+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Seattle, Washington (SEA) - 2 Hour 55 Minute Flight
Why go?
Whales, Olympic National Park, Mt. Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park, gorgeous views, intelligent individuals, good breweries.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Seattle
When to go?
Summer (you can't really avoid the rain but you can pray)
Who can fly you there?
Alaska from DEN - See flight deals
Delta from DEN - See flight deals
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $79+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Visit the REI flagship store. Wow.
San Francisco, California (SFO, SJC, OAK) - 2 Hour 50 Minute Flight
Why go?
Tours, Food, Silicon Valley, Golden Gate Bridge, Surfing
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in San Francisco
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $71+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Boston, Massachusetts (BOS) - 3 Hour 59 Minute Flight
Why go?
History and cool summertime temps!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Boston
When to go?
Summer for the best weather, but peak rates for solid hotels.
Who can fly you there?
Delta from DEN - See flight deals
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $99+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Atlanta, Georgia (ATL) - 2 Hour 45 Minute Flight
Why go?
Brew pubs, art, nightlife, Mexican food.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Atlanta
When to go?
Year-round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from DEN- See flight deals
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $99+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Walk some of the BeltLine and stop at stores, bars, and restaurants.
Austin, Texas (AUS) - 2 Hour 15 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, Art, Music, BBQ, Tech, Bach Parties, and All-Around Fun!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Austin
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Frontier from DEN - See flight deals
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $79+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
New Orleans, Louisiana (MSY) - 2 Hour 35 Minute Flight
Why go?
Jazz music, other music, culture, architecture, partying, passionate football fans.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in New Orleans
When to go?
Spring, Summer, Fall
Who can fly you there?
United from DEN - See flight deals
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $99+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Check out Bourbon Street for a little bit, but don't get sucked in. It's absolutely disgusting. Chartres Street is better for those looking to maintain their cleanliness.
Portland, Oregon (PDX) - 2 Hour 40 Minute Flight
Why go?
Surfing. Oregon coast is only 1 hour away. Mt. Hood is nearby as well.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Portland
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from DEN - See flight deals
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $79+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Nashville, Tennessee (BNA) - 2 Hour 35 Minute Flight
Why go?
Music (not just country), endless bars, brewpubs, hot chicken.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Nashville
When to go?
Spring, Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
Frontier from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $99+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Stay in the Gulch or near printer's alley.
New York, New York (JFK, LGA, EWR, ISP, HPN) - 3 Hour 37 Minute Flight
Why go?
It might not be the same city it was before, but it'll always make for a great weekend getaway.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in New York
When to go?
Summer for the best weather, but you’ll pay peak rates for solid hotels.
Winter for Christmas festivities!
Who can fly you there?
JetBlue from DEN - See flight deals
Delta from DEN - See flight deals
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $114+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 2 Hour 26 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, bars, sports, rivers!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Chicago
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
Frontier from DEN - See flight deals
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
American from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $69+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For bourbon enthusiasts, visit Untitled Supper Club on W Kinzie for an incredible speakeasy experience.
Washington, DC (IAD, DCA, BWI) - 3 Hour 19 Minute Flight
Why go?
Museums, walking tours, great mass-transit and cherry blossoms. Fly to DCA for convenience.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Washington DC
When to go?
Year-round (spring season for cherry blossoms)
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
Frontier from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $99+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For avid runners, pack your running shoes and go for daily runs around the White House, Washington Monument, Lincoln and Jefferson memorials.
Miami, Florida (MIA, FLL) - 3 Hour 49 Minute Flight
Why go?
Beaches, outdoors activities, clubs, restaurants, culture. I just ask that you please please please venture out beyond Miami Beach.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Miami
When to go?
Any time of the year, but best is October - February for perfect weather. Avoid the spring break crowd in late Feb/early March the best you can.
Who can fly you there?
American from DEN - See flight deals
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $89+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Visit the following neighborhoods to step away from the "typical Miami": Wynwood, Brickell, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Midtown, Edgewater.
Orlando, Florida (MCO) - 3 Hour 33 Minute Flight
Why go?
Theme parks. Disney & Universal. Bring bug spray and an umbrella if you go during the summer. It's not my favorite city, but there's a reason why it's the #1 tourism city year after year in the US.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Orlando
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
Frontier from DEN - See flight deals
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $109+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?York
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PHL) - 3 Hour 35 Minute Flight
Why go?
History, sports, cheesesteaks
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Philadelphia
When to go?
Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there?
American from DEN - See flight deals
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $71+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Toronto, Ontario (YYZ, YTZ) - 3 Hour 11 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, people, cleanliness, Hockey Hall of Fame.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Toronto
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
Air Canada from DEN - See flight deals
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $247+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Montreal, Quebec (YUL) - 3 Hour 46 Minute Flight
Why go?
More restaurants per capita than any other North American city.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Montreal
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
Air Canada from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $230+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Charleston, South Carolina (CHS) - 3 Hour 12 Minute Flight
Why go?
History, culture, family-friendly attractions, and water sports.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Charleston
When to go?
Spring, Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there?
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $159+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Asheville, North Carolina (AVL) - 2 Hour 53 Minute Flight
Why go?
Art, craft beer, and the Smoky Mountains. I'd recommend driving instead of flying, but it's your call!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Asheville
When to go?
Spring, Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there?
Allegiant from DEN - See flight deals
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $65+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) - 1 Hour 29 Minute Flight
Why go?
Skiing, Salt Flats, Mormons, and great National Parks within a moderate drive.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Salt Lake City
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from DEN - See flight deals
Frontier from DEN - See flight deals
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $49+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT) – 3 Hour 15 Minute Flight
Why go?
Diverse Cultural Attractions, Thriving Food Scene, Outdoor Activities, Sports Hub, Historical Significance, Shopping, Festivals and Events.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Charlotte
When to go?
The best times to visit Charlotte are March–May and September–November.
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from DEN - See flight deals
American from DEN - See flight deals
United from DEN - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $90+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
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