Airport Comparison
| PHX | RKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | PHX | RKS |
| ICAO Code | KPHX | KRKS |
| City | Phoenix | Rock Springs |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 1,135 ft | 6,765 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.430000, -112.010000 | 41.590000, -109.070000 |
Phoenix (PHX) to Rock Springs (RKS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States is 944 kilometers (586 miles / 509 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 15°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 13:19 in Phoenix, it's 13:19 in Rock Springs.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,630 feet between the two airports. Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport sits higher than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rock Springs (RKS) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 197° (south 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.