Airport Comparison
| BWI | BYS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field |
| IATA Code | BWI | BYS |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | KBYS |
| City | Baltimore | Fort Irwin/Barstow |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 2,350 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 35.280000, -116.630000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States is 3,536 kilometers (2,197 miles / 1,909 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 276°.
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 10:33 in Baltimore, it's 07:33 in Fort Irwin/Barstow. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,207 feet between the two airports. Bicycle Lake Army Air Field sits higher than Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
The return flight from Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 71° (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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.