Distance from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires
1,968 km (1,223 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
1,968 km
Kilometers
1,223 miles
Miles
~2h 49m
Est. Flight
0h
Time Difference
Rio de Janeiro
BrazilBuenos Aires
ArgentinaThe distance between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires is roughly equivalent to 5 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.
Rio de Janeiro is known for Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach, while Buenos Aires is famous for Tango dancing and La Boca neighborhood.
In terms of city area, Rio de Janeiro is 6.0x larger than Buenos Aires. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
Compare Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires side by side
Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Rio de Janeiro from Buenos Aires?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires is 1,968 km (1,223 miles).
How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires?
A direct flight would take approximately 2h 49m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Rio de Janeiro bigger than Buenos Aires?
Rio de Janeiro is larger at 1,221 km², compared to 203 km².