How long is the LA5242 flight?

The timetable allows 2 h 55 min. Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro is 1,970 km (1,224 mi).

Which terminal does LA5242 use?

It usually arrives at Terminal 2 at Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does LA5242 have?

Also listed as LAN5242 (LATAM Airlines' ICAO code) and LA 5242.

LA5242 Flight Status LATAM Airlines: Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro (LAN5242)

LATAM Airlines LA 5242

Delayed

AEP Buenos Aires

Scheduled: 17:30
Actual: 18:45

Terminal: TA | Gate: 15

Departure: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time UTC-3

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)

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GIG Rio de Janeiro

Scheduled: 20:25
Estimated: 21:07
Delay: 42'

Terminal: 2

Arrival: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time UTC-3

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

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Departed 39h 45m ago · was due to land 37h 23m ago, awaiting update 100%

AEP 18:45 GIG 21:07

1,970 km (1,224 mi) flown · 0 km (0 mi) to go

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 1970 km / 1224 miles · Scheduled Duration: 02:55

LA 5242 Flight Status & Schedule LATAM Airlines Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	AEP	GIG	18:45	21:07	Delayed	Track >
Oct 31	AEP	GIG	18:33	20:56	Landed Late	Track >
Feb 01	AEP	GIG	14:32	16:56	Delayed	Track >
Dec 29	AEP	GIG	16:43	19:20	Landed	Track >

LATAM Airlines operates LA 5242 from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro, a 1,970 km (1,224 mi) trip, once a week, on Saturdays. The timetable allows 2 h 55 min; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. On Saturday it left at 18:45, 1 h 15 min late, and is due in Rio de Janeiro at 21:07, 42 minutes late.

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About LA 5242

Route: Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport AEP to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport GIG
Distance: 1,970 km (1,224 mi)
Scheduled flight time: 2 h 55 min
Flies: Sat

LA 5242 FAQ

How long is the LA5242 flight?: The timetable allows 2 h 55 min. Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro is 1,970 km (1,224 mi).
Which days does LA5242 fly?: Once a week, on Saturdays, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does LA5242 use?: It usually arrives at Terminal 2 at Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does LA5242 have?: Also listed as LAN5242 (LATAM Airlines' ICAO code) and LA 5242.

LA5242 and Buenos Aires AEP to Rio de Janeiro GIG Flights

Flight LA5242 is a code-share LATAM Airlines flight of the Aerolineas Argentinas operated AR1268.

Other flights departing from Buenos Aires AEP: AR1480, AR1268, AR1790

Other flights arriving at Rio de Janeiro GIG: AR1268, G32051, JJ3685

All flights connecting Buenos Aires AEP to Rio de Janeiro GIG.