Airport Comparison
| BWI | SBA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Santa Barbara Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | SBA |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | KSBA |
| City | Baltimore | Santa Barbara |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | 34.400000, -119.800000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to Santa Barbara (SBA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) in Santa Barbara, United States is 3,841 kilometers (2,387 miles / 2,074 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, 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 08:08 in Baltimore, it's 05:08 in Santa Barbara. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 69° (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 Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.