Rio de Janeiro to Rawson flights
Rawson lies 2,678 km (1,664 mi) south-west of Rio de Janeiro, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 4 h 11 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Rio de Janeiro | Rawson | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Argentina |
| Population | 6.7 million | 130,258 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 660 m (2,165 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/San_Juan) |
| Nearest large airport | SDU, 2 km out | UAQ, 12 km out |
| Postal codes | 20000-000 | 6734–9103 |
What changes when you arrive in Rawson
Crossing from Brazil into Argentina: money changes from the Real to the Peso (ARS); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro; the dialling code becomes +54; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648793 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
Airports at each end
Leaving Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,341 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG, 13 km).
Arriving in Rawson
Rawson is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,071 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (regional) | UAQ | 12 km (7 mi) | 8,071 ft | 1,958 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Rawson from Rio de Janeiro?
2,678 km (1,664 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Rio de Janeiro.
How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Rawson by air?
About 4 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Rawson?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Rio de Janeiro to Rawson flights?
Typically Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ).
What currency do I need in Rawson?
The Peso (ARS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.