Airport Comparison
| HNL | RIL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Daniel K Inouye International Airport | Rifle Garfield County Airport |
| IATA Code | HNL | RIL |
| ICAO Code | PHNL | KRIL |
| City | Honolulu | Rifle |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Honolulu | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 5,537 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.320000, -157.920000 | 39.530000, -107.730000 |
Honolulu (HNL) to Rifle (RIL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, United States to Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) in Rifle, United States is 5,143 kilometers (3,196 miles / 2,777 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
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 20:38 in Honolulu, it's 23:38 in Rifle. 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 5,524 feet between the two airports. Rifle Garfield County Airport sits higher than Daniel K Inouye International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rifle (RIL) 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 Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.