DEN
Denver
United States
4,444 km
2,762 miles
SFJ
Kangerlussuaq
Greenland
Distance
4,444 km
2,762 mi / 2,400 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Denver
Heading
29°
north northeast

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Airport Comparison

DEN SFJ
Airport Name Denver International Airport Kangerlussuaq Airport
IATA Code DEN SFJ
ICAO Code KDEN BGSF
City Denver Kangerlussuaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Denver America/Nuuk
Elevation 5,434 ft 165 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 67.010000, -50.710000

Denver (DEN) to Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland is 4,444 kilometers (2,762 miles / 2,400 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:48 in Denver, it's 18:48 in Kangerlussuaq. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,269 feet between the two airports. Kangerlussuaq 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 Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 255° (west southwest). 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 Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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