DEN
Denver
United States
5,834 km
3,625 miles
RIJ
Rioja
Peru
Distance
5,834 km
3,625 mi / 3,150 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Denver
Heading
145°
southeast

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DEN RIJ
Airport Name Denver International Airport Juan Simons Vela Airport
IATA Code DEN RIJ
ICAO Code KDEN SPJA
City Denver Rioja
Country United States Peru
Timezone America/Denver America/Lima
Elevation 5,434 ft 2,707 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 -6.070000, -77.160000

Denver (DEN) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 5,834 kilometers (3,625 miles / 3,150 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:28 in Denver, it's 20:28 in Rioja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,727 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela 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 Rioja (RIJ) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 333° (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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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