The flight distance from Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 1,529 kilometers (950 miles / 826 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 00:25 in Rapid City, it's 23:25 in Seattle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,844 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Ellsworth Afb Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Rapid City (RCA) 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 Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.