DEN
Denver
United States
2,388 km
1,484 miles
JAL
Xalapa
Mexico
Distance
2,388 km
1,484 mi / 1,289 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Denver
Heading
159°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

DEN JAL
Airport Name Denver International Airport El Lencero Airport
IATA Code DEN JAL
ICAO Code KDEN MMJA
City Denver Xalapa
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Denver America/Mexico_City
Elevation 5,434 ft 3,127 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 19.480000, -96.800000

Denver (DEN) to Xalapa (JAL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico is 2,388 kilometers (1,484 miles / 1,289 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:17 in Denver, it's 01:17 in Xalapa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,307 feet between the two airports. El Lencero 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 Xalapa (JAL) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 El Lencero Airport (JAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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