DEN
Denver
United States
10,845 km
6,738 miles
SMB
Cerro Sombrero
Chile
Distance
10,845 km
6,738 mi / 5,856 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Denver
Heading
159°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

DEN SMB
Airport Name Denver International Airport Franco Bianco Airport
IATA Code DEN SMB
ICAO Code KDEN SCSB
City Denver Cerro Sombrero
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Denver America/Punta_Arenas
Elevation 5,434 ft 104 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 -52.740000, -69.330000

Denver (DEN) to Cerro Sombrero (SMB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) in Cerro Sombrero, Chile is 10,845 kilometers (6,738 miles / 5,856 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 Chile. 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 03:05 in Denver, it's 07:05 in Cerro Sombrero. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,330 feet between the two airports. Franco Bianco 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 Cerro Sombrero (SMB) 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 Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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