Airport Comparison
| RBF | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Big Bear City Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | RBF | SLC |
| ICAO Code | KL35 | KSLC |
| City | Big Bear City | Salt Lake City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 6,752 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.260000, -116.860000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Big Bear City (RBF) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Big Bear City Airport (RBF) in Big Bear City, United States to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 844 kilometers (524 miles / 456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 02:48 in Big Bear City, it's 03:48 in Salt Lake City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,522 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits lower than Big Bear City Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Big Bear City (RBF) follows a heading of 212° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Big Bear City Airport (RBF) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.