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Denver International Airport

KDEN
1,383
Flights/Day
10:40
Local Time
Denver
Timezone
5,431ft
Elevation
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4°C
Mostly Cloudy • 21kt G@Model.Metar.WindGustKnots • 1013.00"
Observed: 15:53 UTC
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Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
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TAF valid until 12:00 local time
About Denver International Airport

Denver experiences frequent mountain wave turbulence from Rocky Mountain winds. Consistently ranked among America's bumpiest airports.

Is Denver International Airport turbulent?

Denver is consistently ranked among the most turbulent airports in America due to its proximity to the Rocky Mountains. Mountain wave turbulence occurs when high-speed winds pass over the peaks and create powerful oscillating air currents on the eastern side. The airport experiences frequent bumpy approaches and departures, particularly when winds blow from the west.

  • Four of the top five bumpiest US routes involve Denver
  • Mountain waves can extend 100+ miles from the Rockies
  • Microbursts from dry thunderstorms are common in summer
What causes mountain wave turbulence at Denver?

When winds exceed 25 knots and blow perpendicular to the Rocky Mountain ridgeline, air accelerates up and over the peaks, then plunges down the eastern slopes in powerful waves. These invisible ripples in the atmosphere can toss aircraft around unpredictably. Pilots describe it as hitting invisible speed bumps at altitude. The effect is strongest in winter and early spring when the jet stream passes over Colorado.

When is the smoothest time to fly from Denver?

Early morning flights before 9 AM typically offer calmer conditions before thermal activity begins. Summer afternoons are especially rough due to microbursts and wind shear along the Front Range. Late September through early November often provides a window of calmer weather between summer storms and winter jet stream patterns.

Is turbulence at Denver dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Denver?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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boeing 737-824
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boeing 737-824
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airbus a320-232
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boeing 737-824
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boeing 737-8h4
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airbus a320-232
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boeing 737-824
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boeing 737-824
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airbus a321-271nx
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boeing 737 max 9
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mitsubishi crj-701er
11:23
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boeing 737 max 8
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swearingen metroliner
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airbus a320-251n
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airbus a319-131
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boeing 737-824
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boeing 737-824
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airbus a319-131
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boeing 737 max 8
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airbus a320-251n
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AS AS684 +1
boeing 737 max 9
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boeing 737-824
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boeing 737-924(er)
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airbus a321-211
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airbus a320-232
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airbus a319-131
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boeing 737-824
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boeing 737-824
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boeing 737-924(er)
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fairchild swearingen sa-227dc metro 23
12:00
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Y4 Y41761
airbus a320-233
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UA UA1758
boeing 777-222
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boeing 737 max 8
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boeing 757-224
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UA UA384
boeing 777-222
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WN WN1522
boeing 737 max 8
12:10
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WN WN2320
boeing 737 max 8
12:10
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mitsubishi crj-200lr
12:15
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WN WN482 +1
boeing 737-7h4
12:15
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UA UA5077
mitsubishi crj-200lr
12:15
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UA UA1736
boeing 777-222
12:15
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UA UA5054
mitsubishi crj-200lr
12:15
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WN WN863
boeing 737 max 8
12:15
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UA UA5116
mitsubishi crj-200lr
12:15
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OO OO5105
mitsubishi crj-200lr
12:15
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UA UA5120 +1
mitsubishi crj-200lr
12:20
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DEN CLE
F9 F91918
airbus a320-251n
12:20
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WN WN2438
boeing 737-8h4
12:20
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UA UA5806
embraer e175lr
12:20
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WN WN424
boeing 737-8h4
12:20
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DEN RIW
OO OO5032
mitsubishi crj-200lr
12:25
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F9 F91402
airbus a320-251n
12:30
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F9 F94386
airbus a320-251n
12:30
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DL DL4168 +1
embraer e175lr
12:30
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F9 F94344
airbus a321-271nx
12:33
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AA AA1274
airbus a321-253nx
12:35
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WN WN1484 +1
boeing 737-8h4
12:35
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WN WN2520
boeing 737-7h4
12:40
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KG KG3583
embraer erj-140lr
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boeing 737-7h4
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