Airport Comparison
| BWI | WYE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Yengema Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | WYE |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | GFYE |
| City | Baltimore | Yengema |
| Country | United States | Sierra Leone |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Africa/Freetown |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 1,300 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 8.610000, -11.050000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to Yengema (WYE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Yengema Airport (WYE) in Yengema, Sierra Leone is 7,309 kilometers (4,542 miles / 3,947 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 99°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States with Sierra Leone. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:38 in Baltimore, it's 17:38 in Yengema. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,157 feet between the two airports. Yengema Airport sits higher than Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
The return flight from Yengema (WYE) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 309° (northwest). 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 Yengema Airport (WYE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.