The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina is 13,533 kilometers (8,409 miles / 7,307 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.

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 Greece with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:03 in Athens, it's 17:03 in El Calafate. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from El Calafate (FTE) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 67° (east 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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and El Calafate Airport (FTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.