Airport Comparison
| BWI | PMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Palmyra Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | PMS |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | OSPR |
| City | Baltimore | N/A |
| Country | United States | Syria |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Damascus |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 1,322 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 34.560000, 38.320000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to Palmyra Airport (PMS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Palmyra Airport (PMS) in Palmyra Airport, Syria is 9,442 kilometers (5,867 miles / 5,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.
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 Syria. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:30 in Baltimore, it's 16:30 in Palmyra Airport. 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 1,179 feet between the two airports. Palmyra Airport sits higher than Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
The return flight from Palmyra Airport (PMS) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 315° (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 Palmyra Airport (PMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.