Airport Comparison
| DEN | RNO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Denver International Airport | Reno/Tahoe International Airport |
| IATA Code | DEN | RNO |
| ICAO Code | KDEN | KRNO |
| City | Denver | Reno |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,434 ft | 4,415 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.860000, -104.670000 | 39.500000, -119.770000 |
Denver (DEN) to Reno (RNO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) in Reno, United States is 1,291 kilometers (802 miles / 697 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 04:02 in Denver, it's 03:02 in Reno.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,019 feet between the two airports. Reno/Tahoe International 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 Reno (RNO) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 83° (east). 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 Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.