The flight distance from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, United States to Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States is 5,597 kilometers (3,478 miles / 3,022 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 08:24 in Honolulu, it's 11:24 in Rapid City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,264 feet between the two airports. Ellsworth Afb Airport sits higher than Daniel K Inouye International Airport.

The return flight from Rapid City (RCA) to Honolulu (HNL) follows a heading of 262° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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