The flight distance from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India to Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States is 11,929 kilometers (7,412 miles / 6,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 0°.

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 India with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:09 in New Delhi, it's 08:39 in Rapid City. With a 12.5-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 2,499 feet between the two airports. Ellsworth Afb Airport sits higher than Indira Gandhi International Airport.

The return flight from Rapid City (RCA) to New Delhi (DEL) follows a heading of 360° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.