Airport Comparison
Algiers (ALG) to Arequipa (AQP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) in Algiers, Algeria to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) in Arequipa, Peru is 9,793 kilometers (6,085 miles / 5,288 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.
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 Algeria with Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:37 in Algiers, it's 05:37 in Arequipa. 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 8,323 feet between the two airports. Rodriguez Ballon International Airport sits higher than Houari Boumediene Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Arequipa (AQP) to Algiers (ALG) follows a heading of 51° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) and Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.