Airport Comparison
| BWI | CHL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Challis Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | CHL |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | KLLJ |
| City | Baltimore | Challis |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Boise |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 5,076 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 44.520000, -114.220000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to Challis (CHL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States is 3,138 kilometers (1,950 miles / 1,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.
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 08:07 in Baltimore, it's 06:07 in Challis.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,933 feet between the two airports. Challis Airport sits higher than Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Challis (CHL) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and Challis Airport (CHL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.