Airport Comparison
Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) to Denver (DEN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) in Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia to Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States is 12,347 kilometers (7,672 miles / 6,667 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:19 in Prince Sultan Air Base, it's 00:19 in Denver. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,783 feet between the two airports. Denver International Airport sits higher than Prince Sultan Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Denver (DEN) to Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) follows a heading of 27° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) and Denver International Airport (DEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.