Airport Comparison
Buenos Aires (AEP) to Lowai (LWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Lowai Airstrip (LWI) in Lowai, Papua New Guinea is 14,762 kilometers (9,172 miles / 7,971 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.
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 Papua New Guinea. 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 10:13 in Buenos Aires, it's 23:13 in Lowai. With a 13-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 2,882 feet between the two airports. Lowai Airstrip sits higher than Jorge Newbery Airpark.
The return flight from Lowai (LWI) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 152° (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 Lowai Airstrip (LWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.