The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Lifou Airport (LIF) in Lifou, New Caledonia is 12,198 kilometers (7,579 miles / 6,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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 New Caledonia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:05 in Buenos Aires, it's 21:05 in Lifou. With a 14-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 Lifou (LIF) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 141° (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 Lifou Airport (LIF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.