Distance from Denver to Phoenix by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Denver (CO) to Phoenix (AZ) is 586 miles or 943 kilometers or 509 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Denver to Phoenix is 861 miles (1387 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 275 miles or 444 km.

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

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

What is the average flight time from Denver to Phoenix?

Flight time from Denver, CO to Phoenix, AZ 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.

Denver to Phoenix Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Denver, CO to Phoenix, AZ

The driving distance from Denver, Colorado to Phoenix, Arizona is 861 miles or 1387 km.
The total driving distance from Denver, CO to Phoenix, AZ is 861 miles or 1387 kilometers. Your trip begins in Denver, Colorado. It ends in Phoenix, Arizona.
The driving distance from Denver, Colorado to Phoenix, Arizona is approximately 861 miles (1387 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 Denver, CO to Phoenix, AZ

How long is the drive from Denver, CO to Phoenix, AZ?
The total driving time is 15 hours, 31 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Denver to Phoenix take?
Denver and Phoenix are 15 hours 31 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 Denver and Phoenix

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

Current local time in DenverCurrent local time in Phoenix
2025-12-22, 02:37:49 MST2025-12-22, 02:37:49 MST
How Far is it Between Denver Colorado, USA and Phoenix Arizona, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 861 mi 1387 km 747.69 nmi
Straight line distance 586 mi 943 km 509 nmi
Difference 275 mi 444 km 238 nmi

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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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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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Denver, CO and Phoenix, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 28 hours 53 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 21 hours 40 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 19 hours 15 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 17 hours 20 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 15 hours 45 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 14 hours 26 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 13 hours 20 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 12 hours 23 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 11 hours 33 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 10 hours 50 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 10 hours 11 minutes