How much is a taxi from BWI to downtown Baltimore?

Taxi fares: about $35–$45 to the Inner Harbor. The ride takes 20–35 min depending on traffic.

How far is BWI from downtown Baltimore?

About 9 miles, or 20–35 min by taxi.

Which airlines fly from BWI?

Airlines at BWI include Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Breeze Airways, Avelo Airlines, Copa Airlines, British Airways and Icelandair. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave BWI on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 3 h: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to downtown Baltimore, an hour there and getting back through security.

Are there lounges at BWI?

The Club BWI (Concourse D, Priority Pass), BWI's only lounge.

Is there a hotel at BWI?

No hotel inside the terminal; hotels in the BWI business district run free shuttles.

How long do I need to connect at BWI?

We recommend at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our BWI connection guide breaks it down step by step.

Where is the cheapest parking at BWI?

Long-Term lots with shuttles, the cheapest. Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

Where do international flights arrive at BWI?

Arriving from abroad, you clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), collect your checked bags, drop them at the recheck belt and go through TSA security again before your connection. International flights arrive at Concourse E.

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Q: Do I have to go through security again if I change terminals at BWI?

It depends on the terminals. Concourses A, B and C, used mostly by Southwest, share one secure area, linked since January 2026 by the new A/B connector. Concourses D and E share another. Moving between the two sides means leaving security and going through TSA again.

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport has one terminal with Concourses A, B, C, D and E. The quickest way from BWI to downtown Baltimore is the Light RailLink (about 35 minutes, $2).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to downtown Baltimore

35 min

Light RailLink, $2

Taxi

20–35 min

about $35–$45 to the Inner Harbor

Connecting here

50 min

Domestic to domestic, same terminal

Leave on a layover

3 h+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from BWI to downtown Baltimore is the Light RailLink (about 35 minutes, $2). Connecting here, allow at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include Southwest, American, Delta, United and Alaska.

Terminals: One terminal with Concourses A, B, C, D and E
Taxi: 20–35 min, about $35–$45 to the Inner Harbor
Distance: About 9 miles to downtown Baltimore
Connecting: At least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal
Lounges: The Club BWI (Concourse D, Priority Pass), BWI's only lounge

Getting from BWI to downtown Baltimore

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

Light RailLinkto downtown Baltimoreabout 35 min$2
Free shuttle and MARC trainto Washington Union Stationabout 40 minabout $7–$8
Taxi or rideshare20–35 minabout $35–$45 to the Inner Harbor

Inside BWI

Terminals and connections

Concourses A, B and C, used mostly by Southwest, share one secure area, linked since January 2026 by the new A/B connector. Concourses D and E share another. Moving between the two sides means leaving security and going through TSA again.

How long a layover you need at BWI

Lounges

•The Club BWI (Concourse D, Priority Pass), BWI's only lounge

Sleep, showers and hotels

•No hotel inside the terminal; hotels in the BWI business district run free shuttles

Parking at BWI

•Long-Term lots with shuttles, the cheapest
•Express parking with shuttles
•Daily Garage, a walk from the terminal
•Hourly Garage next to the terminal

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check BWI's official site.

BWI tips

•Most Southwest connections stay within Concourses A, B and C, so there's no second security check.
•The light rail stop is next to Concourse E; the Amtrak and MARC station is a free shuttle ride away.

Can you leave BWI on a layover?

With at least 3 h between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane and out of the airport20 min
To downtown Baltimore and back, the fastest way40 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security to your gate1 h
Layover you need3 h

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at BWI

Major airlines that fly from BWI (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
Breeze Airways Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Avelo Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Copa Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 10 in Bag fees
British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
Icelandair Carry-on 55 × 40 × 20 cm Bag fees

BWI airport FAQ

The quickest option is the Light RailLink to downtown Baltimore: about 35 minutes for $2. You can also take the Free shuttle and MARC train to Washington Union Station, about 40 minutes for about $7–$8. A taxi takes 20–35 min (about $35–$45 to the Inner Harbor).

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