Denver International Airport (DEN) – Denver, Colorado, USA

Your comprehensive guide to Denver International Airport (IATA: DEN, ICAO: KDEN), serving Denver and the Rocky Mountain region.

🏢 Terminal Information & Services

DEN features a unique Jeppesen Terminal with concourses A, B, and C connected via underground train. Amenities include:

Jeppesen Terminal (Ticketing & Lobby)

• Check-In & Ticketing counters for all airlines on the main level.
• Security checkpoints leading into Concourses A, B, and C.
• Baggage Claim: Two levels of carousels on the lower level; train station to concourses on Level 5.
• Information Desks and Lost & Found near the arrivals level.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, and seating areas throughout the terminal.
• Retail & Dining (Landside):
  • Root Down Gourmet Market – Local Colorado cuisine and shopping.
  • Goddess & the Baker – Salads, sandwiches, and coffee.
  • Le Central – International boutiques and duty-free for international travelers.
• Restrooms, family restrooms, nursing rooms, and pet relief areas landside and airside.

Concourse A (Gates A1–A22)

• Primarily serves United Airlines and Star Alliance partners.
• Dining & Retail:
  • Rocky Mountain Microbrew – Colorado craft beers near Gate A16.
  • Denver Central Market – Local foods and snacks near Gate A8.
  • Starbucks – Coffee near Gate A14.
• Lounges:
  • United Club near Gate A14.
  • United Polaris Lounge near Gate A20.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, family restrooms throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate A8 and outdoor relief adjacent to Concourse A entrance.

Concourse B (Gates B1–B60)

• Serves Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and other domestic carriers.
• Dining & Retail:
  • Avanti Food & Beverage near Gate B18.
  • Colorado Craft Kitchen near Gate B10.
  • Hudson News – Travel essentials near Gate B6 and B40.
• Lounges:
  • Delta Sky Club near Gate B22.
  • American Airlines Admirals Club near Gate B52.
  • Centurion Lounge by American Express near Gate B48.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, family restrooms throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate B6 and outdoor relief adjacent to Concourse B entrance.

Concourse C (Gates C1–C30)

• Serves Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Spirit, Frontier, and international arrivals.
• Dining & Retail:
  • Fallen Leaf – American fare near Gate C12.
  • Juice & Java – Smoothies and coffee near Gate C5.
  • Duty-Free and luxury retail near Gate C34 (international arrivals).
• Lounges:
  • Alaska Lounge near Gate C16.
  • American Airlines Admirals Club near Gate C27.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, family restrooms throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate C5 and outdoor relief adjacent to Concourse C entrance.

Train to Concourses

An automated underground train connects Jeppesen Terminal to Concourses A, B, and C, operating every 2–3 minutes.

✈️ Runways & Aircraft Services

• Runway 16L/34R: 12,000 ft × 150 ft, concrete – primary runway for heavy international and domestic flights.
• Runway 16R/34L: 12,000 ft × 200 ft, concrete – parallel runway handling most commercial operations.
• Runway 7/25: 12,000 ft × 200 ft, concrete – crosswind/intersection runway for commercial and general aviation.
• General Aviation FBOs:
  • Signature Flight Support – Full-service fuel (Jet A, Avgas), hangars, maintenance, pilot lounges, and concierge services.
  • Atlantic Aviation – Executive terminal services, fueling, hangar rental, and pilot facilities.
  • Jet Center Denver (Sheltair Aviation) – Hangars, fuel, maintenance, and pilot amenities.
• Cargo Facilities: Expansive cargo aprons serving FedEx, UPS, DHL, Amazon Air, and bulk air freight operations.
• Maintenance & Repair: On-field MRO providers, including United Tech Services and others, offering line and heavy maintenance, avionics, and inspections.
• Noise Abatement: Established procedures—preferential runway use, continuous descent approaches, and reduced thrust departures to minimize noise over adjacent neighborhoods.

🚗 Ground Transportation

• A Line (RTD Rail): University of Colorado A Line connects DEN to downtown Denver’s Union Station, every 15 minutes—check schedules at rtd-denver.com.
• RTD Bus:
  • Route 100: Free MallRide between East and West terminals landside.
  • Route 120: Connects DEN to North Metro area—check schedules at rtd-denver.com.
• Shuttle Services:
  • SuperShuttle and Prime Time Shuttle offer shared-ride service to hotels and citywide locations—reserve in advance.
  • Hotel courtesy shuttles available from downtown and airport-area hotels—coordinate with your accommodation.
• Rental Cars: Rental Car Center located off-airport property; accessible via free shuttle every 5 minutes from both East & West terminals. Major agencies: Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Alamo.
• Taxis & Rideshare: Taxi stand and rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickup/drop-off on the ground transportation level outside both terminals—follow signage.
• Parking:
  • East & West Intra-Terminal Garages: Covered parking adjacent to each terminal with walkway access via train station above baggage claim.
  • Economy Lots East & West: Long-term surface lots with shuttle service to East & West terminals every 10 minutes.
  • Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area off Peña Boulevard—monitor flight status and pick up passengers at the terminal curb when ready.
• Private Car & Limousine: Prearranged pickups on the ground transportation level; limo zones are marked by signage outside each terminal.
• Bike & Pedestrian Access: Bike racks and lockers available at both terminals’ entrances; pedestrian paths connect to Peña Boulevard and nearby transit stops.

📞 Contact & Official Information

Denver International Airport is owned and operated by the City and County of Denver’s Department of Aviation.

• Official Site: flydenver.com
• Phone (General Information): +1 303-342-2000
• Airport Administration: +1 303-342-2000 (Press 2)
• FBO – Signature Flight Support: +1 303-342-3533
• FBO – Atlantic Aviation: +1 303-342-4807
• FBO – Jet Center Denver (Sheltair Aviation): +1 303-342-4780
• Lost & Found: +1 303-342-2000 (Ext. 1)
• Address: 8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249, USA