The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States is 1,738 kilometers (1,080 miles / 938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 23:28 in Los Angeles, it's 00:28 in Rapid City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,149 feet between the two airports. Ellsworth Afb Airport sits higher than Los Angeles International Airport.

The return flight from Rapid City (RCA) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 234° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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