Denver to Independence flights
Independence lies 910 km (566 mi) east of Denver, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 55 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Denver | Independence | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 729,019 | 117,255 |
| Elevation | 1,636 m (5,367 ft) | 319 m (1,047 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Denver) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | DEN, 30 km out | MCI, 35 km out |
| Postal codes | 80201–80299 | 64050–64058 |
Clocks in Independence are 1 h ahead of Denver right now, so a 1 h 55 min journey lands 2 h 55 min later by the destination clock.
Airports at each end
Leaving Denver
Denver is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Denver International Airport (DEN), 30 km (19 mi) from the centre, whose 16,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC, 22 km).
Arriving in Independence
Independence is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kansas City International Airport (MCI), 35 km (22 mi) from the centre, whose 10,801-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City International Airport | MCI | 35 km (22 mi) | 10,801 ft | 1,026 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Independence from Denver?
910 km (566 mi) in a straight line, east of Denver.
How long does it take to get from Denver to Independence by air?
About 1 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Denver and Independence?
Independence is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Chicago against America/Denver).
Which airports are used for Denver to Independence flights?
Typically Denver International Airport (DEN) to Kansas City International Airport (MCI).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.