Airport Comparison
| ATH | BIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Bismarck Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | ATH | BIS |
| ICAO Code | LGAV | KBIS |
| City | Athens | Bismarck |
| Country | Greece | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 308 ft | 1,661 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.940000, 23.940000 | 46.770000, -100.750000 |
Athens (ATH) to Bismarck (BIS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) in Bismarck, United States is 9,109 kilometers (5,660 miles / 4,919 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Greece 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 08:07 in Athens, it's 00:07 in Bismarck. With a 8-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 1,353 feet between the two airports. Bismarck Municipal Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The return flight from Bismarck (BIS) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 41° (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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.