Airport Comparison
| BWI | FKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Fukushima Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | FKS |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | RJSF |
| City | Baltimore | Sukagawa |
| Country | United States | Japan |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Tokyo |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 1,221 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 37.230000, 140.430000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to Sukagawa (FKS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Fukushima Airport (FKS) in Sukagawa, Japan is 10,710 kilometers (6,655 miles / 5,783 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
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 Japan. 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 13:56 in Baltimore, it's 03:56 in Sukagawa. With a 14-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 1,078 feet between the two airports. Fukushima Airport sits higher than Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
The return flight from Sukagawa (FKS) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 28° (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 Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and Fukushima Airport (FKS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.