Airport Comparison
| BWI | FOM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Foumban Nkounja Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | FOM |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | FKKM |
| City | Baltimore | Foumban |
| Country | United States | Cameroon |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Africa/Douala |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 3,963 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 5.640000, 10.750000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to Foumban (FOM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Foumban Nkounja Airport (FOM) in Foumban, Cameroon is 9,390 kilometers (5,835 miles / 5,070 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 87°.
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 United States with Cameroon. 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 00:08 in Baltimore, it's 06:08 in Foumban. With a 6-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 3,820 feet between the two airports. Foumban Nkounja Airport sits higher than Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
The return flight from Foumban (FOM) 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 Foumban Nkounja Airport (FOM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.