DEN
Denver
United States
2,299 km
1,429 miles
NLU
Reyes Acozac
Mexico
Distance
2,299 km
1,429 mi / 1,241 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Denver
Heading
165°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

DEN NLU
Airport Name Denver International Airport Santa Lucia Air Force Base
IATA Code DEN NLU
ICAO Code KDEN MMSM
City Denver Reyes Acozac
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Denver America/Mexico_City
Elevation 5,434 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 19.760000, -99.020000

Denver (DEN) to Reyes Acozac (NLU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) in Reyes Acozac, Mexico is 2,299 kilometers (1,429 miles / 1,241 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

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 Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:37 in Denver, it's 04:37 in Reyes Acozac.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,434 feet between the two airports. Santa Lucia Air Force Base sits lower than Denver International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Reyes Acozac (NLU) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 348° (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 Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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