Minneapolis to Denver (FCM–DEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Minneapolis to Denver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
667 mi 1h 33m nonstop -1h behind 22 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FCM and DEN, connecting options are available through 22 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCM to DEN.
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One-Stop Connections
22
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Denver from Minneapolis

Nearby airports with service to Denver International Airport.
Metric FCM→DEN MSP→DEN DLH→DEN
Distance from FCM 12 mi 152 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 11 1
Weekly flights 0 209
Flight time 1h 33m 1h 49m 1h 46m
Airports within 200 miles of FCM with service to Denver International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Denver is 1 hour behind Minneapolis.
FCM: CDT · DEN: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 5:00 PM in Denver.
Distance & Flight Time
667 mi / 1,073 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 33m.
Getting from DEN

RTD A Line runs to Denver Union Station (37 min, $10.50) with connections to light rail and bus routes. Taxis have meters; expect $55–65 to downtown.DEN's tent-roof Jeppesen Terminal is a single building; all three concourses connect via the underground automated train. Rental cars are on level 5. For ski resorts, shuttle services depart from Ground Transportation.

Denver Climate

Semi-arid with 300+ days of sunshine. Summers are dry and warm (27–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that produce dramatic but brief delays. Winters bring cold temperatures (−8 to 5°C) and heavy blizzards that can shut down ground operations.

Spring snowstorms can be heavier than midwinter ones. Altitude (5,430 ft) means low humidity year-round; stay hydrated.

FCM–DEN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Minneapolis to Denver route.
Route details
Distance667 mi / 1,073 km
Flight time1h 33m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections22 hubs
Origin: FCM
IATA / ICAOFCM / KFCM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation906 ft / 276 m
Destination: DEN
IATA / ICAODEN / KDEN
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr82.4M
Elevation5,431 ft / 1,655 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCM to DEN flights.
Nonstop flights from Flying Cloud Airport to Denver International Airport take approximately 1h 33m. The route covers 667 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, OMA, BHM, SLC, SDF, PDX, LAS, SAT, CLT, AUS, IAD, SAN, EWR, LAX, SJC, PWM, BNA, DFW, SFO, JFK, PBI and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Denver is 1 hour behind Minneapolis.
Nearby alternatives include MSP, DLH and FOD. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from FCM to DEN

Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) and Denver International Airport (DEN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

FCM to DEN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FCM to DEN ranges from 1 hours 33 minutes. The route covers a distance of 667 miles (1,073 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MDW. Nearby alternative airports include Minneapolis (MSP), Duluth (DLH) and Fort Dodge (FOD).