DEN to DXB Route Guide
Denver, United States → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
KDEN (Denver, United States) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 6,742 NM (12,486 km / 7,759 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 19° (NNE). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 14h 33m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-10.
Distance
6,742 NM
12,486 km / 7,759 mi
Initial Bearing
19° (NNE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
14h 33m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
21,726 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
5,431 ft
KDEN
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 6,742 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-1000
- Boeing 787-10
- Airbus A380
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DEN-DXB should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. KDEN is a high-elevation airport — brief density altitude on departure. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DEN and DXB?
6,742 nautical miles (12,486 km / 7,759 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Denver to Dubai?
Approximately 14h 33m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DEN-DXB?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-10, Airbus A380 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
19° true (NNE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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