DEN
Denver
United States
5,128 km
3,186 miles
TUA
Tulcan
Ecuador
Distance
5,128 km
3,186 mi / 2,769 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Denver
Heading
141°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DEN TUA
Airport Name Denver International Airport Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport
IATA Code DEN TUA
ICAO Code KDEN SETU
City Denver Tulcan
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/Denver America/Guayaquil
Elevation 5,434 ft 9,649 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 0.810000, -77.710000

Denver (DEN) to Tulcan (TUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA) in Tulcan, Ecuador is 5,128 kilometers (3,186 miles / 2,769 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.

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 Ecuador. 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 04:19 in Denver, it's 06:19 in Tulcan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,215 feet between the two airports. Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport sits higher than Denver International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tulcan (TUA) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 331° (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 Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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