ABQ
Albuquerque
United States
9,217 km
5,727 miles
AEP
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Distance
9,217 km
5,727 mi / 4,977 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Denver
Heading
142°
southeast

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ABQ AEP
Airport Name Albuquerque International Sunport Airport Jorge Newbery Airpark
IATA Code ABQ AEP
ICAO Code KABQ SABE
City Albuquerque Buenos Aires
Country United States Argentina
Timezone America/Denver America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
Elevation 5,355 ft 18 ft
Coordinates 35.040000, -106.610000 -34.560000, -58.420000

Albuquerque (ABQ) to Buenos Aires (AEP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina is 9,217 kilometers (5,727 miles / 4,977 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:01 in Albuquerque, it's 20:01 in Buenos Aires. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,337 feet between the two airports. Jorge Newbery Airpark sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Buenos Aires (AEP) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 322° (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 Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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