The flight distance from El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) in St Louis, United States is 10,061 kilometers (6,251 miles / 5,432 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.

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 11:05 in El Calafate, it's 08:05 in St Louis. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from St Louis (STL) to El Calafate (FTE) follows a heading of 168° (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 St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.