Dallas, United States → Denver, United States · ✈ 1h 50min · 🚗 17h 19min
576 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Dallas to Denver is 1,066 km (662 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 50min.
The straight-line distance from Dallas, United States to Denver, United States is approximately 1,066 kilometers (662 miles or 576 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Denver is located northwest of Dallas. Dallas is in North America, in the South region of United States, while Denver is in North America, in Mountain, United States. Both cities are in North America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,066 km | ~1h 50min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,386 km | ~17h 19min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,279 km | ~10h 40min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Dallas to Denver. For 1,066 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,386 km, fuel costs for driving from Dallas to Denver are approximately $111–$208 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Dallas sits at 32.7767°N, 96.7970°W, while Denver is located at 39.7392°N, 104.9903°W. The initial compass bearing from Dallas to Denver is 319° (NW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Dallas heading roughly NW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 6.96° and the longitude difference is 8.19°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Dallas and Denver is approximately 36.3277°N, 100.7106°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 533 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Denver is roughly 1 hour behind Dallas. When it is 09:00 in Dallas, it is approximately 08:00 in Denver. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Dallas is a major city in United States with a population of approximately 1,343,573. Located in the South region, it is an important hub in North America. Dallas is a significant metropolitan area in United States with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Denver is a notable city in United States with a population of approximately 727,211. Situated in the Mountain region, it serves as a key destination in North America. Denver is a popular destination in the Mountain region of United States, known for its unique character and attractions.
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1,066 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,066 km, the Dallas-Denver route is about 2.7% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 50min.
See how the Dallas to Denver distance compares to similar routes:
The straight-line distance from Dallas to Denver is approximately 1,066 kilometers (662 miles, 576 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 50min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 17h 19min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Denver is approximately -1h behind compared to Dallas.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,386 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,066 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 30, 2026.