The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Big Bear City Airport (RBF) in Big Bear City, United States is 11,025 kilometers (6,851 miles / 5,953 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:21 in Athens, it's 07:21 in Big Bear City. With a 10-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 6,444 feet between the two airports. Big Bear City Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Big Bear City (RBF) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 30° (north 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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Big Bear City Airport (RBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.