Airport Comparison
| DEN | GCD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Denver International Airport | Grand Coulee Dam Airport |
| IATA Code | DEN | GCD |
| ICAO Code | KDEN | K3W7 |
| City | Denver | Electric City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,434 ft | 1,593 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.860000, -104.670000 | 47.920000, -119.080000 |
Denver (DEN) to Electric City (GCD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) in Electric City, United States is 1,458 kilometers (906 miles / 787 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 13:00 in Denver, it's 12:00 in Electric City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,841 feet between the two airports. Grand Coulee Dam 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 Electric City (GCD) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 123° (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 Denver International Airport (DEN) and Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.