CLT
Charlotte
United States
2,131 km
1,324 miles
RCA
Rapid City
United States
Distance
2,131 km
1,324 mi / 1,151 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
305°
northwest

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CLT RCA
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Ellsworth Afb Airport
IATA Code CLT RCA
ICAO Code KCLT KRCA
City Charlotte Rapid City
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Denver
Elevation 748 ft 3,276 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 44.150000, -103.100000

Charlotte (CLT) to Rapid City (RCA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States is 2,131 kilometers (1,324 miles / 1,151 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 02:28 in Charlotte, it's 00:28 in Rapid City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,528 feet between the two airports. Ellsworth Afb Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from Rapid City (RCA) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 110° (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 Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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