Airport Comparison
| FTE | LAS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | El Calafate Airport | Harry Reid International Airport |
| IATA Code | FTE | LAS |
| ICAO Code | SAWC | KLAS |
| City | El Calafate | Las Vegas |
| Country | Argentina | United States |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 669 ft | 2,181 ft |
| Coordinates | -50.280000, -72.050000 | 36.080000, -115.150000 |
El Calafate (FTE) to Las Vegas (LAS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, United States is 10,491 kilometers (6,519 miles / 5,665 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 07:56 in El Calafate, it's 02:56 in Las Vegas. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,512 feet between the two airports. Harry Reid International Airport sits higher than El Calafate Airport.
The return flight from Las Vegas (LAS) to El Calafate (FTE) follows a heading of 154° (south 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 El Calafate Airport (FTE) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.