The flight distance from El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 9,931 kilometers (6,171 miles / 5,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:43 in El Calafate, it's 08:43 in Washington.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to El Calafate (FTE) follows a heading of 177° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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