Airport Comparison
| DEN | FCB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Denver International Airport | Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport |
| IATA Code | DEN | FCB |
| ICAO Code | KDEN | FAFB |
| City | Denver | Ficksburg |
| Country | United States | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 5,434 ft | 5,315 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.860000, -104.670000 | -28.820000, 27.910000 |
Denver (DEN) to Ficksburg (FCB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport (FCB) in Ficksburg, South Africa is 15,547 kilometers (9,661 miles / 8,395 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 89°.
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 United States with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:23 in Denver, it's 08:23 in Ficksburg. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Ficksburg (FCB) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 Denver International Airport (DEN) and Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport (FCB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.