Airport Comparison
| CLT | FTE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Charlotte/Douglas International Airport | El Calafate Airport |
| IATA Code | CLT | FTE |
| ICAO Code | KCLT | SAWC |
| City | Charlotte | El Calafate |
| Country | United States | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 748 ft | 669 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.210000, -80.950000 | -50.280000, -72.050000 |
Charlotte (CLT) to El Calafate (FTE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina is 9,546 kilometers (5,932 miles / 5,155 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 174°.
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 04:37 in Charlotte, it's 06:37 in El Calafate.
The return flight from El Calafate (FTE) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 353° (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 Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) and El Calafate Airport (FTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.