Airport Comparison
| DEN | MSL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Denver International Airport | Northwest Alabama Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | DEN | MSL |
| ICAO Code | KDEN | KMSL |
| City | Denver | Muscle Shoals |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,434 ft | 551 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.860000, -104.670000 | 34.750000, -87.610000 |
Denver (DEN) to Muscle Shoals (MSL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) in Muscle Shoals, United States is 1,609 kilometers (1,000 miles / 869 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.
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 03:39 in Denver, it's 04:39 in Muscle Shoals.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,883 feet between the two airports. Northwest Alabama 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 Muscle Shoals (MSL) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 296° (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 Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.