How far is Dallas (DFW) from Denver (DEN)?

The distance from Dallas (DFW) to Denver (DEN) is 663 miles (1,067 km).

How Long Is the Flight from Dallas (DFW) to Denver (DEN)?

Q: How long is the flight from Dallas (DFW) to Denver (DEN)?

The direct flight from Dallas (DFW) to Denver (DEN) takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes. The return flight takes 2 hours 15 minutes.

Direct flight time: 2 hours 30 minutes · 663 miles

Flight Time Details

DFW → DEN

2 hr 30 min

DEN → DFW

2 hr 15 min

Distance

663 mi

1,067 km

Time Difference

-1 hr

Arrival Time Planner

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Short hop over the plains. Denver airport is notoriously far from downtown — add 45 min for ground transport.

Airlines Flying This Route

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That Flight Time Is Equivalent To...

🎬 Watching 1 average-length movies
📖 Reading 3 chapters of a novel
🎵 Listening to 43 songs
😴 Not quite enough for a proper nap
🚗 Driving 163 miles at highway speed

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Dallas (DFW) to Denver (DEN)?

The direct flight takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes. The return flight (DEN → DFW) takes 2 hours 15 minutes due to wind patterns.

What is the time difference?

Denver (DEN) is 1 hours behind Dallas (DFW). Use the arrival planner above to calculate your local arrival time.

Why is the return flight a different length?

Jet stream winds blow west-to-east at 100-200 mph at cruising altitude. Eastbound flights get a tailwind (shorter), while westbound flights face a headwind (longer).

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