Airport Comparison
| RKS | TPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport | Tampa International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKS | TPA |
| ICAO Code | KRKS | KTPA |
| City | Rock Springs | Tampa |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 6,765 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.590000, -109.070000 | 27.980000, -82.530000 |
Rock Springs (RKS) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 2,839 kilometers (1,764 miles / 1,533 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:03 in Rock Springs, it's 19:03 in Tampa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,738 feet between the two airports. Tampa 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 Tampa (TPA) to Rock Springs (RKS) follows a heading of 309° (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 Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.