The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is 12,481 kilometers (7,755 miles / 6,739 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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 United Arab Emirates. 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 23:15 in Denver, it's 10:15 in Sharjah. With a 11-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 5,323 feet between the two airports. Sharjah 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 Sharjah (SHJ) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 344° (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 Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.