Airport Comparison
| CLT | RKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Charlotte/Douglas International Airport | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | CLT | RKS |
| ICAO Code | KCLT | KRKS |
| City | Charlotte | Rock Springs |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 748 ft | 6,765 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.210000, -80.950000 | 41.590000, -109.070000 |
Charlotte (CLT) to Rock Springs (RKS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States is 2,538 kilometers (1,577 miles / 1,371 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.
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 07:25 in Charlotte, it's 05:25 in Rock Springs.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,017 feet between the two airports. Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rock Springs (RKS) to Charlotte (CLT) 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 Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.