The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States is 7,635 kilometers (4,744 miles / 4,123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:08 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 06:08 in Rapid City. With a 8-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 2,912 feet between the two airports. Ellsworth Afb Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport.

The return flight from Rapid City (RCA) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 40° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.