Airport Comparison
| FCO | MDQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport | Astor Piazzola International Airport |
| IATA Code | FCO | MDQ |
| ICAO Code | LIRF | SAZM |
| City | Rome | Mar del Plata |
| Country | Italy | Argentina |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires |
| Elevation | 15 ft | 72 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.800000, 12.250000 | -37.930000, -57.570000 |
Rome (FCO) to Mar del Plata (MDQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) in Rome, Italy to Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) in Mar del Plata, Argentina is 11,335 kilometers (7,043 miles / 6,120 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 229°.
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 Italy with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:53 in Rome, it's 21:53 in Mar del Plata. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Mar del Plata (MDQ) to Rome (FCO) follows a heading of 46° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) and Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.