Airport Comparison
| AEP | LPB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jorge Newbery Airpark | El Alto International Airport |
| IATA Code | AEP | LPB |
| ICAO Code | SABE | SLLP |
| City | Buenos Aires | La Paz / El Alto |
| Country | Argentina | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 13,355 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.560000, -58.420000 | -16.510000, -68.190000 |
Buenos Aires (AEP) to La Paz / El Alto (LPB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to El Alto International Airport (LPB) in La Paz / El Alto, Bolivia is 2,231 kilometers (1,386 miles / 1,204 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with Bolivia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:34 in Buenos Aires, it's 05:34 in La Paz / El Alto.
There is a significant elevation difference of 13,337 feet between the two airports. El Alto International Airport sits higher than Jorge Newbery Airpark. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from La Paz / El Alto (LPB) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 156° (south southeast). 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 El Alto International Airport (LPB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.