DEN
Denver
United States
3,281 km
2,039 miles
ILS
San Salvador
El Salvador
Distance
3,281 km
2,039 mi / 1,772 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Denver
Heading
148°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

DEN ILS
Airport Name Denver International Airport Ilopango International Airport
IATA Code DEN ILS
ICAO Code KDEN MSSS
City Denver San Salvador
Country United States El Salvador
Timezone America/Denver America/El_Salvador
Elevation 5,434 ft 2,021 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 13.700000, -89.120000

Denver (DEN) to San Salvador (ILS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador is 3,281 kilometers (2,039 miles / 1,772 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.

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 an international route connecting United States with El Salvador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:43 in Denver, it's 03:43 in San Salvador.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,413 feet between the two airports. Ilopango International 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 San Salvador (ILS) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Ilopango International Airport (ILS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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