DEN
Denver
United States
4,493 km
2,792 miles
NAQ
Qaanaaq
Greenland
Distance
4,493 km
2,792 mi / 2,426 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Denver
Heading
11°
north

Airport Comparison

DEN NAQ
Airport Name Denver International Airport Qaanaaq Airport
IATA Code DEN NAQ
ICAO Code KDEN BGQQ
City Denver Qaanaaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Denver America/Thule
Elevation 5,434 ft 51 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 77.490000, -69.390000

Denver (DEN) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland is 4,493 kilometers (2,792 miles / 2,426 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 11°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:48 in Denver, it's 08:48 in Qaanaaq. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,383 feet between the two airports. Qaanaaq 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 Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 223° (southwest). 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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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