Airport Comparison
| RGL | TUN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport | Tunis Carthage International Airport |
| IATA Code | RGL | TUN |
| ICAO Code | SAWG | DTTA |
| City | Rio Gallegos | Tunis |
| Country | Argentina | Tunisia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | Africa/Tunis |
| Elevation | 61 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | -51.610000, -69.310000 | 36.850000, 10.230000 |
Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Tunis (TUN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina to Tunis Carthage International Airport (TUN) in Tunis, Tunisia is 12,490 kilometers (7,761 miles / 6,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.
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 Tunisia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:51 in Rio Gallegos, it's 08:51 in Tunis. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Tunis (TUN) to Rio Gallegos (RGL) follows a heading of 221° (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 Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) and Tunis Carthage International Airport (TUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.