The flight distance from Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) in Rifle, United States to Vienna International Airport (VIE) in Vienna, Austria is 8,831 kilometers (5,487 miles / 4,768 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

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 Austria. 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 09:32 in Rifle, it's 17:32 in Vienna. 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 4,937 feet between the two airports. Vienna International Airport sits lower than Rifle Garfield County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Vienna (VIE) to Rifle (RIL) follows a heading of 320° (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 Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) and Vienna International Airport (VIE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.