HAM
Hamburg
Germany
8,988 km
5,585 miles
RBF
Big Bear City
United States
Distance
8,988 km
5,585 mi / 4,853 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
318°
northwest

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HAM RBF
Airport Name Hamburg Airport Big Bear City Airport
IATA Code HAM RBF
ICAO Code EDDH KL35
City Hamburg Big Bear City
Country Germany United States
Timezone Europe/Berlin America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 53 ft 6,752 ft
Coordinates 53.630000, 9.990000 34.260000, -116.860000

Hamburg (HAM) to Big Bear City (RBF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Hamburg, Germany to Big Bear City Airport (RBF) in Big Bear City, United States is 8,988 kilometers (5,585 miles / 4,853 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 Germany with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:43 in Hamburg, it's 04:43 in Big Bear City. With a 9-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 6,699 feet between the two airports. Big Bear City Airport sits higher than Hamburg Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Big Bear City (RBF) to Hamburg (HAM) follows a heading of 29° (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 Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Big Bear City Airport (RBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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