The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina is 14,765 kilometers (9,174 miles / 7,972 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:46 in Dubai, it's 13:46 in El Calafate. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from El Calafate (FTE) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 102° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dubai International Airport (DXB) and El Calafate Airport (FTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.