BWI to SFO Route Guide
Baltimore, United States → San Francisco, United States
Quick answer
KBWI (Baltimore, United States) to KSFO (San Francisco, United States) is a 2,130 NM (3,945 km / 2,451 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 282° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 5h 9m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
2,130 NM
3,945 km / 2,451 mi
Initial Bearing
282° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
5h 9m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
7,890 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
146 ft
KBWI
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KSFO
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,130 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying BWI-SFO should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between BWI and SFO?
2,130 nautical miles (3,945 km / 2,451 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Baltimore to San Francisco?
Approximately 5h 9m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly BWI-SFO?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
282° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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