Airport Comparison
| CLU | DEN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Columbus Municipal Airport | Denver International Airport |
| IATA Code | CLU | DEN |
| ICAO Code | KBAK | KDEN |
| City | Columbus | Denver |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 656 ft | 5,434 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.260000, -85.900000 | 39.860000, -104.670000 |
Columbus (CLU) to Denver (DEN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Columbus Municipal Airport (CLU) in Columbus, United States to Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States is 1,608 kilometers (999 miles / 868 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 278°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 02:25 in Columbus, it's 00:25 in Denver.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,778 feet between the two airports. Denver International Airport sits higher than Columbus Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Denver (DEN) to Columbus (CLU) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Columbus Municipal Airport (CLU) and Denver International Airport (DEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.