The flight distance from Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States to Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) in Rifle, United States is 2,174 kilometers (1,351 miles / 1,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

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 05:53 in Atlanta, it's 03:53 in Rifle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,511 feet between the two airports. Rifle Garfield County Airport sits higher than Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rifle (RIL) to Atlanta (ATL) follows a heading of 100° (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 Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.