The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States is 1,652 kilometers (1,027 miles / 892 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 23:04 in Nashville, it's 22:04 in Rapid City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,677 feet between the two airports. Ellsworth Afb Airport sits higher than Nashville International Airport.

The return flight from Rapid City (RCA) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 117° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.