Airport Comparison
| AEP | TUA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jorge Newbery Airpark | Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport |
| IATA Code | AEP | TUA |
| ICAO Code | SABE | SETU |
| City | Buenos Aires | Tulcan |
| Country | Argentina | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 9,649 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.560000, -58.420000 | 0.810000, -77.710000 |
Buenos Aires (AEP) to Tulcan (TUA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA) in Tulcan, Ecuador is 4,416 kilometers (2,744 miles / 2,385 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:34 in Buenos Aires, it's 14:34 in Tulcan.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,631 feet between the two airports. Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla 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 Tulcan (TUA) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 155° (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 Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.