Airport Comparison
| DEN | GCK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Denver International Airport | Garden City Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | DEN | GCK |
| ICAO Code | KDEN | KGCK |
| City | Denver | Garden City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,434 ft | 2,891 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.860000, -104.670000 | 37.930000, -100.720000 |
Denver (DEN) to Garden City (GCK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Garden City Regional Airport (GCK) in Garden City, United States is 404 kilometers (251 miles / 218 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 04:56 in Denver, it's 05:56 in Garden City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,543 feet between the two airports. Garden City Regional Airport sits lower than Denver International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Garden City (GCK) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 303° (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 Garden City Regional Airport (GCK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.