Direct (nonstop) flights from Lincoln to Denver

1 airline flys nonstop from Lincoln Muni (LNK) to Denver International (DEN). It's 423 miles (681 km), about 1h 49m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

LNK
Lincoln Muni
🇺🇸 Lincoln, USA
DEN
Denver International
🇺🇸 Denver, USA
Flight Time
1h 49m
Distance
423 mi
681 km
CO₂/pax
78 kg
−167 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
LNK → DEN
Flight Time
1h 49m
Distance
423 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lincoln to Denver with one stop · direct emits 78 kg CO₂ per passenger

LNK DFW (Dallas) DEN
Leg 1: 2h 2m (548 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (641 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+214% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LNK → DFW
2h 2m · 548 mi
View LNK to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → DEN
2h 11m · 641 mi
View DFW to DEN flights →
LNK IND (Indianapolis) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 45m (557 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (976 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 293 kg CO₂ (+276% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LNK → IND
1h 45m · 557 mi
View LNK to IND flights →
Leg 2
IND → DEN
2h 50m · 976 mi
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LNK ORD (Chicago) DEN
Leg 1: 2h 2m (466 mi) Leg 2: 2h 51m (888 mi) Total: ~4h 53m 🍃 275 kg CO₂ (+253% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LNK → ORD
2h 2m · 466 mi
View LNK to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → DEN
2h 51m · 888 mi
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LNK LAS (Las Vegas) DEN
Leg 1: 2h 58m (1,048 mi) Leg 2: 1h 59m (628 mi) Total: ~4h 57m 🍃 318 kg CO₂ (+308% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LNK → LAS
2h 58m · 1,048 mi
View LNK to LAS flights →
Leg 2
LAS → DEN
1h 59m · 628 mi
View LAS to DEN flights →
LNK CMH (Columbus) DEN
Leg 1: 2h 20m (733 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,155 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+356% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LNK → CMH
2h 20m · 733 mi
View LNK to CMH flights →
Leg 2
CMH → DEN
3h 15m · 1,155 mi
View CMH to DEN flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lincoln to Denver?

A nonstop flight from Lincoln (LNK) to Denver (DEN) takes approximately 1 hours and 49 minutes. The distance is 423 miles (681 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lincoln to Denver?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lincoln to Denver?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Lincoln from Denver?

The flight distance from Lincoln to Denver is 423 miles (681 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Lincoln to Denver?

At 1h 49m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lincoln to Denver?

Roughly 78 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 390 km.

Is the return flight from Denver to Lincoln also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lincoln to Denver?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Lincoln Muni for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.