DEN
Denver
United States
7,102 km
4,413 miles
NAU
Napuka Island
French Polynesia
Distance
7,102 km
4,413 mi / 3,835 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Denver
Heading
220°
southwest

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DEN NAU
Airport Name Denver International Airport Napuka Island Airport
IATA Code DEN NAU
ICAO Code KDEN NTGN
City Denver Napuka Island
Country United States French Polynesia
Timezone America/Denver Pacific/Tahiti
Elevation 5,434 ft 7 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 -14.180000, -141.270000

Denver (DEN) to Napuka Island (NAU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Napuka Island Airport (NAU) in Napuka Island, French Polynesia is 7,102 kilometers (4,413 miles / 3,835 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.

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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:35 in Denver, it's 21:35 in Napuka Island. 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 5,427 feet between the two airports. Napuka Island 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 Napuka Island (NAU) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 31° (north northeast). 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 Napuka Island Airport (NAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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