The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Gordil Airport (GDI) in Melle, Central African Republic is 12,235 kilometers (7,602 miles / 6,606 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Central African Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:21 in Denver, it's 08:21 in Melle. With a 8-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 4,007 feet between the two airports. Gordil 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 Melle (GDI) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 319° (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 Gordil Airport (GDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.