BWI
Baltimore
United States
14,917 km
9,269 miles
SMM
Semporna
Malaysia
Distance
14,917 km
9,269 mi / 8,055 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+13h
America/New_York
Heading
339°
north northwest

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BWI SMM
Airport Name Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport Semporna Airport
IATA Code BWI SMM
ICAO Code KBWI WBKA
City Baltimore Semporna
Country United States Malaysia
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Kuching
Elevation 143 ft 60 ft
Coordinates 39.180000, -76.670000 4.450000, 118.580000

Baltimore (BWI) to Semporna (SMM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to Semporna Airport (SMM) in Semporna, Malaysia is 14,917 kilometers (9,269 miles / 8,055 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 Malaysia. 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 16:03 in Baltimore, it's 05:03 in Semporna. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Semporna (SMM) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 17° (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 Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and Semporna Airport (SMM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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