The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Okayama Airport (OKJ) in Okayama City, Japan is 9,778 kilometers (6,075 miles / 5,279 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:20 in Denver, it's 05:20 in Okayama City. With a 16-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 4,628 feet between the two airports. Okayama 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 Okayama City (OKJ) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 41° (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 Denver International Airport (DEN) and Okayama Airport (OKJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.