Airport Comparison
| BHM | DEN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport | Denver International Airport |
| IATA Code | BHM | DEN |
| ICAO Code | KBHM | KDEN |
| City | Birmingham | Denver |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 650 ft | 5,434 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.560000, -86.750000 | 39.860000, -104.670000 |
Birmingham (BHM) to Denver (DEN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) in Birmingham, United States to Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States is 1,740 kilometers (1,081 miles / 940 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.
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 01:09 in Birmingham, it's 00:09 in Denver.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,784 feet between the two airports. Denver International Airport sits higher than Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Denver (DEN) to Birmingham (BHM) follows a heading of 108° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) and Denver International Airport (DEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.