Distance from Phoenix to Denver by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Denver (CO) is 586 miles or 943 kilometers or 509 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Denver is 820 miles (1321 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 234 miles or 378 km.

Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Denver, CO in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Denver is 586 miles or 943 km.
The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Denver, is Denver International Airport (DEN).

What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Denver?

Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Denver, CO is 1 hours 20 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Phoenix to Denver Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and Denver, CO
This map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to Denver, CO, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to Denver, Colorado is displayed below.

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Denver, CO

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Denver, Colorado is 820 miles or 1321 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Denver, CO is 820 miles or 1321 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Denver, Colorado.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Denver, Colorado is approximately 820 miles (1321 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 15 to 16 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Denver, CO

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Denver, CO?
The total driving time is 15 hours, 32 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Denver take?
Phoenix and Denver are 15 hours 32 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Phoenix and Denver

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Denver (CO) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in PhoenixCurrent local time in Denver
2025-12-22, 10:47:37 MST2025-12-22, 10:47:37 MST
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Denver Colorado, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and Denver, CO in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 820 mi 1321 km 712.09 nmi
Straight line distance 586 mi 943 km 509 nmi
Difference 234 mi 378 km 203 nmi

Phoenix Details

Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5''
Latitude33.44838
Longitude-112.07404
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Phoenix

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Denver Details

Denver is located in Colorado, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 44' 20.9'' Longitude: W 104° 59' 4.9''
Latitude39.73915
Longitude-104.9847
StateColorado
Nearest airports to Denver

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Denver, CO
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 27 hours 31 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 20 hours 38 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 18 hours 20 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 16 hours 30 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 15 hours 0 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 13 hours 45 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 12 hours 42 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 11 hours 47 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 11 hours 0 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 10 hours 19 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 9 hours 42 minutes