Airport Comparison
| BWI | RBF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Big Bear City Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | RBF |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | KL35 |
| City | Baltimore | Big Bear City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 6,752 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 34.260000, -116.860000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to Big Bear City (RBF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Big Bear City Airport (RBF) in Big Bear City, United States is 3,594 kilometers (2,233 miles / 1,941 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 274°.
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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 07:51 in Baltimore, it's 04:51 in Big Bear City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,609 feet between the two airports. Big Bear City 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 Big Bear City (RBF) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 69° (east 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 Big Bear City Airport (RBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.