Denver to Chicago Flights
Flights from Denver (DEN) to Chicago (CHI) connect United States and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,426 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 3 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include DEN and CHI, ORD, MDW. The reverse route is Chicago to Denver. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Denver, United States
- Destination
- Chicago, United States
- Distance
- 1,426 km
- Typical duration
- about 3 hours
- Origin codes
- DEN
- Destination codes
- CHI, ORD, MDW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Denver to Chicago
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Route overview
Denver to Chicago is a city-pair air route between United States and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are DEN and CHI. Related codes: DEN → CHI, ORD, MDW.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 1,426 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 3 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Denver airports and metro codes: DEN.
Chicago airports and metro codes: CHI, ORD, MDW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Chicago to Denver, other destinations from Denver, and other origins into Chicago.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Denver to Chicago?
Direct flights from Denver to Chicago typically take about 3 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Denver to Chicago?
The great-circle distance between Denver and Chicago is approximately 1,426 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Denver to Chicago?
Denver is commonly searched with code DEN (related: DEN). Chicago is commonly searched with code CHI (related: CHI, ORD, MDW).
Are there direct flights from Denver to Chicago?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Chicago to Denver?
The reverse city pair is Chicago to Denver. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,426 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Denver to Chicago route connect?
This route connects United States (Denver) with United States (Chicago).