The flight distance from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in Rapid City, United States to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 10,543 kilometers (6,551 miles / 5,693 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:42 in Rapid City, it's 10:42 in Tel Aviv. With a 9-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 3,069 feet between the two airports. Ben Gurion International Airport sits lower than Rapid City Regional Airport.

The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Rapid City (RAP) follows a heading of 331° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.