The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA) in Santa Ana, United States is 3,704 kilometers (2,302 miles / 2,000 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 09:01 in Baltimore, it's 06:01 in Santa Ana. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santa Ana (SNA) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 68° (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 John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.