Airport Comparison
| AEP | AKN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jorge Newbery Airpark | King Salmon Airport |
| IATA Code | AEP | AKN |
| ICAO Code | SABE | PAKN |
| City | Buenos Aires | King Salmon |
| Country | Argentina | United States |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 73 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.560000, -58.420000 | 58.680000, -156.650000 |
Buenos Aires (AEP) to King Salmon (AKN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to King Salmon Airport (AKN) in King Salmon, United States is 13,686 kilometers (8,504 miles / 7,390 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:22 in Buenos Aires, it's 06:22 in King Salmon. 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.
The return flight from King Salmon (AKN) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 103° (east 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 King Salmon Airport (AKN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.