Airport Comparison
| DEN | LBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Denver International Airport | Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | DEN | LBB |
| ICAO Code | KDEN | KLBB |
| City | Denver | Lubbock |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,434 ft | 3,282 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.860000, -104.670000 | 33.660000, -101.820000 |
Denver (DEN) to Lubbock (LBB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) in Lubbock, United States is 735 kilometers (456 miles / 397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.
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 03:35 in Denver, it's 04:35 in Lubbock.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,151 feet between the two airports. Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport sits lower than Denver International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Lubbock (LBB) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Denver International Airport (DEN) and Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.