Three Reasons To Love the Baltimore Airport
Baltimore's airport is modern, growing and, best of all, convenient.
Located just nine miles south of Baltimore—and 32 miles from Washington, D.C.—Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) offers approximately 300 daily nonstop departures to around 90 domestic and international destinations, including London, United Kingdom (LHR), Keflavik, Iceland (KEF), Cancun, Mexico (CUN), San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU), Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ), Panama City, Panama (PTY), and Bermuda (BDA).
Beyond its central location, though, the Baltimore airport has a lot to offer area visitors. Here are our top three reasons why you’ll love flying in and out of BWI.
1. Customer Service
BWI Airport regularly gets top marks in passenger satisfaction surveys for its easy access, a variety of dining and shopping choices, and recreational opportunities. Despite being one of the regions busiest airports, BWI maintains its customer-first attitude.
Southwest Airlines is by far the biggest and most active carrier but United, Delta, Frontier, American, and Spirit airlines have a significant presence here as well. Plus, airlines add new routes to and from the airport all the time! Check their website regularly for up-to-date information regarding partners, direct flights and international travel.
2. Food, Retail and Amenities
BWI is elevating the passenger experience with a mix of dining, retail, and amenities that blend local character with nationally recognized brands.
Travelers can enjoy locally crafted brews at Flying Dog Tap House and Beers of the World or indulge in Baltimore favorites like crab cakes from Obrycki’s and Phillips Seafood. For a more elevated option, Gachi House of Sushi delivers a refined take on seafood, offering both Maryland-inspired and global flavors.
For those looking to unwind before takeoff, Pamper Me Please provides a convenient, on-the-go spa experience with services designed to relax and recharge travelers mid-journey.
Beyond dining and relaxation, guests can explore a curated retail selection featuring Pandora, MAC, Kiehl’s, and Marshall Rousso, offering everything from beauty essentials to fashion-forward finds.
Need to move your body after a long flight? Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the concourses on the Cardio Trail, or navigate your way around the airport’s 10+ mile Hiker/Biker trail.
If traveling with young children, be sure to stop by one of several play areas scattered throughout BWI. Watch the planes arrive and depart from the Observation Gallery play space, or let your kids exert some energy in the D/E Connector playground.
3. Convenient Access to the Baltimore Area
Once in the area, travelers have easy access to both Baltimore and Washington, D.C. with Amtrak and MARC commuter trains. Convenient and frequent shuttle buses take rail travelers to and from their airport gates. Baltimore’s Light Rail also serves BWI with routes into the city and beyond. Learn how to get to downtown Baltimore from the airport.
The hotels surrounding BWI offer all the luxuries of staying in the city with the convenience of being close to the airport. Many hotels offer shuttles to get you settled into your room quickly with cheap and easy transportation options to get your day of sightseeing, shopping and dining in Baltimore started quickly.
Need help planning your day in Baltimore? We’ve got you covered. Check out our suggestions for what to do and where to eat in Charm City.
