Airport Comparison
| AEP | BKI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jorge Newbery Airpark | Kota Kinabalu International Airport |
| IATA Code | AEP | BKI |
| ICAO Code | SABE | WBKK |
| City | Buenos Aires | Kota Kinabalu |
| Country | Argentina | Malaysia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | Asia/Kuching |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 10 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.560000, -58.420000 | 5.940000, 116.050000 |
Buenos Aires (AEP) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia is 16,782 kilometers (10,428 miles / 9,062 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southeast at a heading of 169°.
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 Argentina with Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:05 in Buenos Aires, it's 06:05 in Kota Kinabalu. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 189° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) and Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.