Airport Comparison
| AEL | DEN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Albert Lea Municipal Airport | Denver International Airport |
| IATA Code | AEL | DEN |
| ICAO Code | KAEL | KDEN |
| City | Albert Lea | Denver |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 1,261 ft | 5,434 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.680000, -93.370000 | 39.860000, -104.670000 |
Albert Lea (AEL) to Denver (DEN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) in Albert Lea, United States to Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States is 1,028 kilometers (639 miles / 555 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 23:43 in Albert Lea, it's 22:43 in Denver.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,173 feet between the two airports. Denver International Airport sits higher than Albert Lea Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Denver (DEN) to Albert Lea (AEL) follows a heading of 62° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) and Denver International Airport (DEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.