AXT
Akita
Japan
8,998 km
5,591 miles
DEN
Denver
United States
Distance
8,998 km
5,591 mi / 4,859 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
45°
northeast

Airport Comparison

AXT DEN
Airport Name Akita Airport Denver International Airport
IATA Code AXT DEN
ICAO Code RJSK KDEN
City Akita Denver
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Denver
Elevation 313 ft 5,434 ft
Coordinates 39.620000, 140.220000 39.860000, -104.670000

Akita (AXT) to Denver (DEN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Akita Airport (AXT) in Akita, Japan to Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States is 8,998 kilometers (5,591 miles / 4,859 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 Japan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:52 in Akita, it's 23:52 in Denver. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,121 feet between the two airports. Denver International Airport sits higher than Akita Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Denver (DEN) to Akita (AXT) follows a heading of 315° (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 Akita Airport (AXT) and Denver International Airport (DEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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