Airport Comparison
| BWI | FTE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | El Calafate Airport |
| IATA Code | BWI | FTE |
| ICAO Code | KBWI | SAWC |
| City | Baltimore | El Calafate |
| Country | United States | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 143 ft | 669 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.180000, -76.670000 | -50.280000, -72.050000 |
Baltimore (BWI) to El Calafate (FTE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States to El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina is 9,958 kilometers (6,187 miles / 5,377 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south at a heading of 177°.
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 United States with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:10 in Baltimore, it's 17:10 in El Calafate.
The return flight from El Calafate (FTE) to Baltimore (BWI) follows a heading of 356° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and El Calafate Airport (FTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.