BJC
Denver
United States
8,406 km
5,223 miles
MUC
Munich
Germany
Distance
8,406 km
5,223 mi / 4,539 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
38°
northeast

Airport Comparison

BJC MUC
Airport Name Rocky Mountain Metro Airport Munich International Airport
IATA Code BJC MUC
ICAO Code KBJC EDDM
City Denver Munich
Country United States Germany
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Berlin
Elevation 5,673 ft 1,487 ft
Coordinates 39.910000, -105.120000 48.350000, 11.790000

Denver (BJC) to Munich (MUC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (BJC) in Denver, United States to Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany is 8,406 kilometers (5,223 miles / 4,539 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:14 in Denver, it's 03:14 in Munich. With a 8-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 4,186 feet between the two airports. Munich International Airport sits lower than Rocky Mountain Metro Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Munich (MUC) to Denver (BJC) follows a heading of 315° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (BJC) and Munich International Airport (MUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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