The flight distance from Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 13,720 kilometers (8,525 miles / 7,408 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:51 in Rapid City, it's 05:51 in Sydney. With a 16-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 3,255 feet between the two airports. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sits lower than Ellsworth Afb Airport.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Rapid City (RCA) follows a heading of 56° (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 Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.