Airport Comparison
| RKS | TLV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport | Ben Gurion International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKS | TLV |
| ICAO Code | KRKS | LLBG |
| City | Rock Springs | Tel Aviv |
| Country | United States | Israel |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Elevation | 6,765 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.590000, -109.070000 | 32.010000, 34.890000 |
Rock Springs (RKS) to Tel Aviv (TLV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 11,038 kilometers (6,858 miles / 5,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.
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 14:30 in Rock Springs, it's 23:30 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 6,630 feet between the two airports. Ben Gurion International Airport sits lower than Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Rock Springs (RKS) follows a heading of 334° (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 Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.