The flight distance from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in Rapid City, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 1,536 kilometers (955 miles / 830 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.

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 00:18 in Rapid City, it's 23:18 in Seattle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,771 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Rapid City Regional Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Rapid City (RAP) follows a heading of 97° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.