Airport Comparison
| AKH | BWI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Prince Sultan Air Base | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport |
| IATA Code | AKH | BWI |
| ICAO Code | OEPS | KBWI |
| City | N/A | Baltimore |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 1,651 ft | 143 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.060000, 47.580000 | 39.180000, -76.670000 |
Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) to Baltimore (BWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) in Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States is 10,908 kilometers (6,778 miles / 5,890 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 Saudi Arabia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:21 in Prince Sultan Air Base, it's 06:21 in Baltimore. 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 1,508 feet between the two airports. Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport sits lower than Prince Sultan Air Base.
The return flight from Baltimore (BWI) to Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) follows a heading of 50° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.