Airport Comparison
| DEN | SME | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Denver International Airport | Lake Cumberland Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | DEN | SME |
| ICAO Code | KDEN | KSME |
| City | Denver | Somerset |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,434 ft | 927 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.860000, -104.670000 | 37.050000, -84.620000 |
Denver (DEN) to Somerset (SME) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME) in Somerset, United States is 1,770 kilometers (1,100 miles / 956 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 94°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 06:21 in Denver, it's 08:21 in Somerset.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,507 feet between the two airports. Lake Cumberland Regional 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 Somerset (SME) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 286° (west 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 Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.