The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina is 13,509 kilometers (8,394 miles / 7,294 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 Germany 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 13:27 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 09:27 in El Calafate. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from El Calafate (FTE) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 48° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and El Calafate Airport (FTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.