Lincoln to Denver is 422 miles (679 km), a flight of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The left side wins primarily due to the approach into Denver, where passengers get a sweeping view of the Rocky Mountain Front Range and the Denver skyline, a dramatic contrast to the flat plains seen for most of the flight.
Flight Path
Flat agricultural plains of southern Nebraska and northeastern Colorado, with the South Platte River valley visible as the flight approaches Denver airspace.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from LNK
LEFTDeparting LNK to the west, the south side gives glimpses of the Platte River valley farmland, but the north/left side shows the Lincoln cityscape and rolling Nebraska farmland patterns more clearly as the plane banks toward Denver's flight path.
Landing at DEN
LEFTOn the descent into Denver from the east, the left side typically faces west and gets the dramatic first views of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains rising abruptly from the plains, including the Denver skyline nestled against the foothills.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lincoln Muni (LNK) to Denver International (DEN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Lincoln to Denver. The left side wins primarily due to the approach into Denver, where passengers get a sweeping view of the Rocky Mountain Front Range and the Denver skyline, a dramatic contrast to the flat plains seen for most of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Lincoln Muni in Lincoln?
During takeoff from Lincoln Muni (LNK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing LNK to the west, the south side gives glimpses of the Platte River valley farmland, but the north/left side shows the Lincoln cityscape and rolling Nebraska farmland patterns more clearly as the plane banks toward Denver's flight path. Notable sights include: Lincoln downtown skyline, Platte River tributaries, patchwork farmland.
What can I see when landing at Denver International in Denver?
When landing at Denver International (DEN), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the descent into Denver from the east, the left side typically faces west and gets the dramatic first views of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains rising abruptly from the plains, including the Denver skyline nestled against the foothills. Notable sights include: Front Range of the Rockies, Denver downtown skyline, Longs Peak, South Platte River.
How long is the flight from Lincoln to Denver?
The flight from Lincoln Muni (LNK) to Denver International (DEN) takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 422 miles (679 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Lincoln to Denver flight path pass over?
Flat agricultural plains of southern Nebraska and northeastern Colorado, with the South Platte River valley visible as the flight approaches Denver airspace.