RAP
Rapid City
United States
8,050 km
5,002 miles
WAW
Warsaw
Poland
Distance
8,050 km
5,002 mi / 4,347 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
32°
north northeast

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RAP WAW
Airport Name Rapid City Regional Airport Warsaw Chopin Airport
IATA Code RAP WAW
ICAO Code KRAP EPWA
City Rapid City Warsaw
Country United States Poland
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Warsaw
Elevation 3,204 ft 362 ft
Coordinates 44.050000, -103.060000 52.170000, 20.970000

Rapid City (RAP) to Warsaw (WAW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in Rapid City, United States to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) in Warsaw, Poland is 8,050 kilometers (5,002 miles / 4,347 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:41 in Rapid City, it's 12:41 in Warsaw. With a 8-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 2,842 feet between the two airports. Warsaw Chopin Airport sits lower than Rapid City Regional Airport.

The return flight from Warsaw (WAW) to Rapid City (RAP) follows a heading of 321° (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 Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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