Airport Comparison
| ATH | BYS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field |
| IATA Code | ATH | BYS |
| ICAO Code | LGAV | KBYS |
| City | Athens | Fort Irwin/Barstow |
| Country | Greece | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 308 ft | 2,350 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.940000, 23.940000 | 35.280000, -116.630000 |
Athens (ATH) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States is 10,916 kilometers (6,783 miles / 5,894 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
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 04:19 in Athens, it's 18:19 in Fort Irwin/Barstow. With a 10-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 2,042 feet between the two airports. Bicycle Lake Army Air Field sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 30° (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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.