Airport Comparison
| DEN | GUF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Denver International Airport | Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field |
| IATA Code | DEN | GUF |
| ICAO Code | KDEN | KJKA |
| City | Denver | Gulf Shores |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,434 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.860000, -104.670000 | 30.290000, -87.670000 |
Denver (DEN) to Gulf Shores (GUF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field (GUF) in Gulf Shores, United States is 1,872 kilometers (1,163 miles / 1,011 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:31 in Denver, it's 18:31 in Gulf Shores.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,417 feet between the two airports. Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field sits lower than Denver International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Gulf Shores (GUF) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 309° (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 Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field (GUF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.