Airport Comparison
| AUH | RCU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Abu Dhabi International Airport | Area De Material Airport |
| IATA Code | AUH | RCU |
| ICAO Code | OMAA | SAOC |
| City | Abu Dhabi | Rio Cuarto |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Argentina/Cordoba |
| Elevation | 88 ft | 1,380 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.430000, 54.650000 | -33.090000, -64.260000 |
Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Rio Cuarto (RCU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Area De Material Airport (RCU) in Rio Cuarto, Argentina is 14,064 kilometers (8,739 miles / 7,594 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.
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 Arab Emirates with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:10 in Abu Dhabi, it's 07:10 in Rio Cuarto. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,292 feet between the two airports. Area De Material Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The return flight from Rio Cuarto (RCU) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 82° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Area De Material Airport (RCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.