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MTJ to DEN Turbulence Forecast

Is the Montrose to Denver flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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MTJ
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DEN
Montrose · Denver · 1h 0m
70
Turb Score
1h 0m
Duration
170 nm
Distance
27,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Moderate
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for MTJ–DEN

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About the MTJ–DEN route

The Montrose to Denver route crosses the Rocky Mountains — one of the most turbulent regions in North America. Mountain wave turbulence occurs when strong winds blow over mountain peaks, creating powerful invisible waves that extend to cruise altitude. The worst turbulence typically occurs in the first 30–60 minutes when the aircraft is climbing over the range.

The route is served by American Airlines, United Airlines on Embraer E175 · CRJ-700 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 27,000 feet over a distance of 196 miles (170 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Mountain wave turbulence hits early. If flying over Rockies, expect the first hour to be bumpy.

Turbulence levels on MTJ–DEN

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly MTJ–DEN

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on MTJ–DEN

Embraer E175

Front
Rows 1–3
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 4–8
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 9+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Montrose to Denver flight turbulent?
The MTJ–DEN route typically experiences moderate turbulence. Heavy turbulence likely — stay seated with seatbelt fastened. The turbulence score for this route is 70/100.
When is turbulence worst on MTJ to DEN?
Mountain wave turbulence hits early. If flying over Rockies, expect the first hour to be bumpy. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on MTJ to DEN?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Embraer E175 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 4–8. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from MTJ to DEN?
The MTJ to DEN flight takes approximately 1h 0m, covering 196 miles (170 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly MTJ to DEN?
The main airlines operating this route are American Airlines, United Airlines, flying Embraer E175 · CRJ-700 aircraft.