The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) in La Rioja, Argentina is 12,019 kilometers (7,468 miles / 6,490 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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 Greece with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:20 in Athens, it's 10:20 in La Rioja. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,129 feet between the two airports. Capitan V A Almonacid Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

The return flight from La Rioja (IRJ) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 56° (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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.