Airport Comparison
| TUN | UAQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tunis Carthage International Airport | Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport |
| IATA Code | TUN | UAQ |
| ICAO Code | DTTA | SANU |
| City | Tunis | San Juan |
| Country | Tunisia | Argentina |
| Timezone | Africa/Tunis | America/Argentina/San_Juan |
| Elevation | 22 ft | 1,958 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.850000, 10.230000 | -31.570000, -68.420000 |
Tunis (TUN) to San Juan (UAQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tunis Carthage International Airport (TUN) in Tunis, Tunisia to Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) in San Juan, Argentina is 11,159 kilometers (6,934 miles / 6,026 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.
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 Tunisia with Argentina. 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 13:15 in Tunis, it's 09:15 in San Juan. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,936 feet between the two airports. Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport sits higher than Tunis Carthage International Airport.
The return flight from San Juan (UAQ) to Tunis (TUN) follows a heading of 53° (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 Tunis Carthage International Airport (TUN) and Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.