Airport Comparison
| AEP | AQP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jorge Newbery Airpark | Rodriguez Ballon International Airport |
| IATA Code | AEP | AQP |
| ICAO Code | SABE | SPQU |
| City | Buenos Aires | Arequipa |
| Country | Argentina | Peru |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 18 ft | 8,405 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.560000, -58.420000 | -16.340000, -71.580000 |
Buenos Aires (AEP) to Arequipa (AQP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) in Arequipa, Peru is 2,413 kilometers (1,500 miles / 1,303 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with Peru. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:08 in Buenos Aires, it's 10:08 in Arequipa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,387 feet between the two airports. Rodriguez Ballon International Airport sits higher than Jorge Newbery Airpark. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Arequipa (AQP) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.