Airport Comparison
| BWI | SLP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Ponciano Arriaga International Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | SLP |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | MMSP |
| City | Baltimore | San Luis Potosi |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 6,035 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 22.250000, -100.930000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to San Luis Potosi (SLP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosi, Mexico is 2,970 kilometers (1,845 miles / 1,604 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.
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 an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:10 in Baltimore, it's 07:10 in San Luis Potosi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,892 feet between the two airports. Ponciano Arriaga International 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 San Luis Potosi (SLP) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 45° (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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.