Airport Comparison
Buenos Aires (AEP) to Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) in Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia is 12,900 kilometers (8,016 miles / 6,965 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.
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 Saudi Arabia. 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 09:54 in Buenos Aires, it's 15:54 in Prince Sultan Air Base. With a 6-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 1,633 feet between the two airports. Prince Sultan Air Base sits higher than Jorge Newbery Airpark.
The return flight from Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 242° (west 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 Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.