Airport Comparison
| AEP | PKU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jorge Newbery Airpark | Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport |
| IATA Code | AEP | PKU |
| ICAO Code | SABE | WIBB |
| City | Buenos Aires | Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island |
| Country | Argentina | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | Asia/Jakarta |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 102 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.560000, -58.420000 | 0.460000, 101.440000 |
Buenos Aires (AEP) to Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island (PKU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport (PKU) in Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island, Indonesia is 15,684 kilometers (9,746 miles / 8,469 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.
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 Indonesia. 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 20:26 in Buenos Aires, it's 06:26 in Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island. With a 10-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 Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island (PKU) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 207° (south southwest). 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 Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport (PKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.