Airport Comparison
Denver (DEN) to Kuparuk (UUK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport (UUK) in Kuparuk, United States is 4,242 kilometers (2,636 miles / 2,290 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.
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 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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 03:20 in Denver, it's 01:20 in Kuparuk.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,359 feet between the two airports. Ugnu-Kuparuk 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 Kuparuk (UUK) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). 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 Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport (UUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.