Centennial Airport

Overview

Centennial Airport, identified as APA and KAPA, is a medium airport serving the Denver area in the United States. Located at an elevation of 5,885 feet (1,794 m), it sits in the high plains setting that shapes much of Colorado travel, so visitors should expect bright sun, dry air, and weather that can change quickly. For travelers, that makes it a useful airport to understand before arrival, especially if you are connecting to business districts, suburban destinations, or general aviation activity around south metro Denver.

Airfield Facts

• Airport codes: APA (IATA) and KAPA (ICAO)
• Airport type: medium airport serving Denver
• Time zone: America/Denver
• Runway 10/28: 4,800 ft, asphalt, lighted
• Runway 17L/35R: 10,001 ft, asphalt, lighted
• Runway 17R/35L: 7,001 ft, asphalt, lighted

What Matters for Visitors

The runway layout gives Centennial Airport the flexibility to handle a range of aircraft movements, while the lighted asphalt runways support operations in low-light conditions as well as during Colorado’s variable seasons. Because the airport is positioned high above sea level, travelers unfamiliar with the region may notice the altitude more than expected, especially after arrival or during hot weather. If you are planning ground transport or meeting a flight, it is also worth remembering that all local timing follows America/Denver, which affects pickup schedules, meeting times, and onward travel planning across the wider Denver area.