BRU
Brussels
Belgium
7,359 km
4,573 miles
RCA
Rapid City
United States
Distance
7,359 km
4,573 mi / 3,973 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BRU RCA
Airport Name Brussels Airport Ellsworth Afb Airport
IATA Code BRU RCA
ICAO Code EBBR KRCA
City Brussels Rapid City
Country Belgium United States
Timezone Europe/Brussels America/Denver
Elevation 184 ft 3,276 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 44.150000, -103.100000

Brussels (BRU) to Rapid City (RCA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States is 7,359 kilometers (4,573 miles / 3,973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Belgium with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:03 in Brussels, it's 10:03 in Rapid City. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,092 feet between the two airports. Ellsworth Afb Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Rapid City (RCA) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 41° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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