Airport Comparison
| BYS | TXL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field | Berlin-Tegel International Airport |
| IATA Code | BYS | TXL |
| ICAO Code | KBYS | EDDT |
| City | Fort Irwin/Barstow | Berlin |
| Country | United States | Germany |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Europe/Berlin |
| Elevation | 2,350 ft | 122 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.280000, -116.630000 | 52.560000, 13.290000 |
Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Berlin (TXL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to Berlin-Tegel International Airport (TXL) in Berlin, Germany is 9,112 kilometers (5,662 miles / 4,920 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
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 Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:14 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 00:14 in Berlin. With a 9-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 2,228 feet between the two airports. Berlin-Tegel International Airport sits lower than Bicycle Lake Army Air Field.
The return flight from Berlin (TXL) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 321° (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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and Berlin-Tegel International Airport (TXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.