Airport Comparison
| CIU | DEN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chippewa County International Airport | Denver International Airport |
| IATA Code | CIU | DEN |
| ICAO Code | KCIU | KDEN |
| City | Sault Ste Marie | Denver |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 799 ft | 5,434 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.250000, -84.470000 | 39.860000, -104.670000 |
Sault Ste Marie (CIU) to Denver (DEN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) in Sault Ste Marie, United States to Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States is 1,782 kilometers (1,107 miles / 962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 03:53 in Sault Ste Marie, it's 01:53 in Denver.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,635 feet between the two airports. Denver International Airport sits higher than Chippewa County International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Denver (DEN) to Sault Ste Marie (CIU) follows a heading of 60° (east 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 Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) and Denver International Airport (DEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.