Airport Comparison
| AUH | UAQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Abu Dhabi International Airport | Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport |
| IATA Code | AUH | UAQ |
| ICAO Code | OMAA | SANU |
| City | Abu Dhabi | San Juan |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Argentina/San_Juan |
| Elevation | 88 ft | 1,958 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.430000, 54.650000 | -31.570000, -68.420000 |
Abu Dhabi (AUH) to San Juan (UAQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) in San Juan, Argentina is 14,431 kilometers (8,967 miles / 7,792 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, 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 United Arab Emirates with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:00 in Abu Dhabi, it's 20:00 in San Juan. With a 7-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 1,870 feet between the two airports. Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The return flight from San Juan (UAQ) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 83° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.