The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) in Kirkuk, Iraq is 13,179 kilometers (8,189 miles / 7,116 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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 Iraq. 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 00:10 in Buenos Aires, it's 06:10 in Kirkuk. 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 1,043 feet between the two airports. Kirkuk Air Base sits higher than Jorge Newbery Airpark.

The return flight from Kirkuk (KIK) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 246° (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 Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.