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DEN Denver International Airport
Denver International Airport (IATA: DEN, ICAO:KDEN) is located in the city of Denver, United states. It is the primary international airport serving Denver and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :(303)342-2000

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IATA Code

DEN

ICAO Code

KDEN

Name

Denver International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

United states (US)

City

Denver

Latitude

39.8616560

Longitude

-104.6731780

Time Zone

UTC−07:00

Phone Number

(303)342-2000

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Airport Overview

Denver International Airport（DEN） | ICAO: KDEN

Denver International Airport is a large international passenger and cargo gateway serving Denver, Colorado and the Front Range Urban Corridor. It is located northeast of central Denver at 39.8616560, -104.6731780, in the Mountain Time Zone (UTC−07:00). Opened in 1995 and operated by the City and County of Denver, the airport combines extensive runway capacity with a broad domestic network and international connectivity. For freight forwarders, its value lies in access to the Rocky Mountain region, integrator and airline cargo services, and onward connections through major United States gateways. Our service team can assess airline routing, customs requirements, trucking availability and weather-related contingency options before confirming an export or import plan.

Airport name	Denver International Airport
Location	Denver, Colorado, United States
Coordinates	39.8616560, -104.6731780
Local time	Mountain Time; UTC−07:00 shown in the supplied airport data

Key Highlights

International gatewaySupports domestic distribution across the Mountain West and international freight planning through airline and integrator networks.

Large-airport operating profileHigh passenger activity can increase acceptance pressure, warehouse handover demand and landside congestion during peak periods.

Weather exposureWinter storms, snow and strong winds may affect flight schedules, trucking and cargo recovery plans even when the airport remains operational.

Mixed freight environmentGeneral cargo, express shipments, pharmaceuticals, perishables, aerospace-related goods and high-value products may require different handling controls.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Airline and integrator handling: Cargo may move through airline cargo facilities or express-integrator networks. The responsible handling agent, acceptance location and cut-off must be confirmed against the booked flight.
Temperature-sensitive freight: Pharmaceutical, biological and perishable shipments should be pre-advised with the required temperature range, packaging specification and handling priority. Availability of dedicated cool-room capacity is subject to the handling provider and shipment profile.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on the carrier, commodity, packing instruction, labels, shipper’s declaration and any route restrictions. Do not assume that a general cargo terminal accepts every dangerous-goods class.
Customs-controlled handling: Import and export cargo may require customs entry, document review, inspection or release coordination. Our team can align the broker, carrier and ground handler before cargo tender.
Landside collection: Driver identification, delivery appointments, warehouse release status and available equipment should be checked before dispatching a truck, particularly for oversized, bonded or time-critical freight.

Facility names, warehouse hours, storage capabilities and acceptance rules can vary by carrier and handling agent; our team verifies the operational point of contact before issuing final instructions.

Routes & Transit Times

Domestic distribution: Shipments commonly connect Denver with major United States commercial and cargo gateways, either on direct services or through airline network transfers. The actual routing depends on capacity, commodity and destination.
International planning: Freight may be routed directly where a suitable service exists or transferred through another North American gateway. Our team compares airport-to-airport routing with available trucking and interline options.
Express freight: Integrator networks can be suitable for small parcels and urgent documents, while larger consignments may require airline cargo or consolidated forwarding solutions.
Time variables: Transit time is affected by booking cut-off, flight availability, customs status, security screening, transfer handling, weather and the final-mile appointment. No transit time should be treated as guaranteed until the carrier confirms the booking.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Denver and the wider Colorado market, with potential onward coverage to the Rocky Mountain states and the Front Range urban corridor.
Industrial and technology freight: Electronics, telecommunications equipment, precision parts, aerospace-related components and other high-value goods may require security-focused routing and controlled handover.
Life sciences and healthcare: Pharmaceuticals, medical devices and laboratory materials require validated packaging, documented temperature controls and rapid customs coordination where applicable.
Perishables and food products: Fresh food, floral products and other time-sensitive commodities require pre-booked handling, suitable packaging and a recovery plan for weather or flight disruption.
E-commerce and express shipments: Parcelized cargo benefits from accurate consignee data, electronic customs information and clear delivery instructions before tender.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline and handling-agent cut-offs are flight- and commodity-specific. Our team obtains the confirmed cargo acceptance time rather than relying only on the scheduled departure time.
Dangerous goods declaration: The shipper must provide correct classification, UN number, packing group where applicable, packing instruction, marks, labels and a compliant Shipper’s Declaration when required. Incorrect paperwork can cause rejection or delay.
Customs documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, valuation and any permits or licenses must be consistent. Import release, inspection and partner-government agency requirements should be checked before arrival.
Special cargo: Temperature-controlled freight, live animals, human remains, firearms, batteries, oversized cargo and high-value shipments require advance carrier approval and commodity-specific instructions.

United States customs, transportation security and dangerous-goods requirements are subject to the shipment, carrier and route. Our service team coordinates with the licensed broker and carrier, but the shipper remains responsible for accurate cargo declarations.

Shipping Tips

Send commodity details, dimensions, gross weight, package count, value, ready time and destination before requesting a rate so that the correct handling channel can be selected.
For winter shipments, build a weather contingency into the plan and avoid scheduling a critical delivery immediately after the flight without recovery time.
Use packaging suitable for aircraft movement and warehouse handling; protect labels from snow, moisture and abrasion, and provide gross and dimensional weight consistently across all documents.
For pharmaceuticals, perishables and other sensitive cargo, pre-alert the carrier and consignee, specify the temperature range and arrange a confirmed delivery appointment before tender.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Denver International Airport handle international import and export cargo?

It serves as an international gateway, but the available carrier, destination, customs process and cargo acceptance point depend on the booking. Our team confirms the operating carrier, handling agent and customs arrangements before cargo is tendered.

How early should cargo arrive before departure?

There is no single airport-wide cut-off. The required time depends on the airline, handling agent, cargo type, security screening and documentation. We provide the confirmed acceptance deadline with the booking instructions.

Is temperature-controlled handling available for pharmaceutical cargo?

Temperature-sensitive shipments may be accepted subject to carrier and handler capability, packaging and advance approval. Our team verifies the temperature range, handover procedure, storage conditions and delivery plan before confirmation.

What commonly causes cargo delays at Denver International Airport?

Typical causes include incomplete customs data, rejected dangerous-goods paperwork, late tender, flight capacity changes, warehouse congestion, weather disruption and a truck arriving before release or appointment confirmation.

Can the shipment be rerouted if the planned service is disrupted?

Potentially. Depending on commodity, customs status, capacity and destination, our service team can compare another airline connection, a different United States gateway or a combined air-and-ground alternative. Any revised plan remains subject to carrier approval.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, operating context and airport-specific service information should be verified against the official airport authority: flydenver.com.

United States airport and aviation regulatory information may be checked through the Federal Aviation Administration: faa.gov.

Import, export and customs procedures should be confirmed with U.S. Customs and Border Protection: cbp.gov.

Air cargo terminology and industry guidance may be cross-checked through the International Air Transport Association: iata.org.

Coordinates, airport codes, city, country, address and time-zone information in this module follow the supplied airport data. Carrier schedules, cut-offs, warehouse services, customs decisions, storage availability and transit times are operationally variable and must be reconfirmed for each shipment.