DEN
Denver
United States
8,242 km
5,121 miles
QLS
Lausanne
Switzerland
Distance
8,242 km
5,121 mi / 4,450 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
42°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DEN QLS
Airport Name Denver International Airport Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport
IATA Code DEN QLS
ICAO Code KDEN LSGL
City Denver Lausanne
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 5,434 ft 2,041 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 46.550000, 6.620000

Denver (DEN) to Lausanne (QLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) in Lausanne, Switzerland is 8,242 kilometers (5,121 miles / 4,450 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:21 in Denver, it's 10:21 in Lausanne. 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 3,393 feet between the two airports. Lausanne-la Blecherette 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 Lausanne (QLS) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 312° (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 Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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