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Cheap Tickets to El Calafate

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Aerolineas Argentinas
Thu, 4 June - Fri, 5 June
AEP
Buenos Aires
FTE
El Calafate
AU$277 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$277
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Aerolineas Argentinas flight, departing Thu, 4 June from Buenos Aires to El Calafate, returning Fri, 5 June, priced at AU$277 found 2 days ago
SKY AIRLINE
Fri, 6 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
SCL
Santiago
FTE
El Calafate
AU$614 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$614
Return
found 3 days ago
Select SKY AIRLINE flight, departing Fri, 6 Mar from Santiago to El Calafate, returning Mon, 9 Mar, priced at AU$614 found 3 days ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Wed, 25 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar
LIM
Lima
FTE
El Calafate
AU$1,089 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,089
Return
found 1 day ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Wed, 25 Feb from Lima to El Calafate, returning Sun, 1 Mar, priced at AU$1,089 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, 1 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
SIN
Singapore
FTE
El Calafate
AU$3,634 Return, found 16 hours ago
AU$3,634
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 1 Nov from Singapore to El Calafate, returning Fri, 14 Nov, priced at AU$3,634 found 16 hours ago
Emirates
Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
FTE
El Calafate
AU$4,099 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$4,099
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, 12 Nov from Melbourne to El Calafate, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at AU$4,099 found 4 days ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of El Calafate's airport?
Comandante Armando Tola Intl. Airport (FTE) is the main airport in El Calafate.
How far is El Calafate Airport from central El Calafate?
If you're staying in central El Calafate, it's wise to arrange how you'll get into the city before you arrive. The downtown area is approximately 16 kilometres from Comandante Armando Tola Intl. Airport (FTE).
What airport is best to fly into El Calafate?
With one major airport operating in El Calafate, it won't take you long to get your hands on the best flight. You'll be jetting off to FTE, which is located around 16 kilometres from downtown.
How many airlines fly to El Calafate?
You have a few choices if you're going to El Calafate. Pick from 4 air carriers that service this destination from at least 7 airports around the globe.
Which airlines fly to El Calafate?
Aerolineas Argentinas and JetSmart offer the largest proportion of flights to El Calafate. One of the most popular ways to get there is with an Aerolineas Argentinas flight from Buenos Aires.
How many nonstop flights are there to El Calafate?
With approximately 75 direct flights every week, you'll be touching down in El Calafate before you can say, "Are we there yet?"
Where are the most popular flights to El Calafate departing from?
Flights to El Calafate from Buenos Aires, Ushuaia and Trelew airports are the most in demand.
How long is the flight to El Calafate Airport?
Where you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to enjoy. From Buenos Aires to El Calafate, the average flight time is 3 hours and 18 minutes. From Ushuaia it takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes, and from Trelew it's 1 hour and 45 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to El Calafate?
We've all come across those fortunate travellers who somehow grab incredibly cheap fares whenever they fly. Want to know how to do it for your El Calafate holiday? Don't leave it until the last moment to secure your flight. Another good way to get the most affordable fare is to research all options. If where you're headed has several airports, be sure to research the cost of flying into a smaller terminal. And finally, don't forget that the early bird catches the worm. Familiarise yourself with airfare costs and be ready to secure your seat as soon as you spot an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals never last long.
Do you have any tips for my flight to El Calafate?
We've rounded up all the info you need to make your journey a pleasant experience. Follow our tips and you'll be breezing through airport security and enjoying El Calafate in no time. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • Firstly, and most importantly, pack your passport, important documents, bank cards and daily medications. Next, you'll want some in-flight entertainment to while away the time. A juicy book and a laptop filled with your favourite shows are always good options. If you plan to catch up on some sleep, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones will also be useful. Finally, leave space for a toothbrush and some deodorant to ensure you step off the plane feeling fresh as a daisy.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked baggage. Any liquids in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) will be confiscated. Pointed or sharp objects, like a Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are explosive or flammable, such as spray paint, flares and strong acids, are also prohibited.

What to wear on a flight:

  • You'll want to choose comfort over style. Prepare for changes in temperature by donning layers, and wear closed-toe, flat shoes like sneakers.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clots forming due to poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to El Calafate?
It's easy — be prepared. We've compiled some helpful hints for a stress-free trip through security. Look out El Calafate, here you come:

  • Keep your passport and boarding pass easily accessible. They're the first things you'll be asked for by airport security.
  • Your jacket, belt, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your earphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them before your turn.
  • All your electronic devices, including your laptop and phone, must also be scanned.
  • Remove gels and liquids from your hand luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
  • Choosing your footwear wisely can save you several precious minutes. Boots and bulky shoes are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Lightweight sneakers usually aren't.
  • Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp objects like a pocket knife or tools, pack them safely away in your checked baggage. They won't be allowed on board.

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Travel information

Travel information

Destination airport
Comandante Armando Tola Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
FTE
Destination city name
El Calafate
Return price
AU$272

Trending flights to El Calafate

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Emirates
Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
FTE
El Calafate
AU$4,099 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$4,099
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, 12 Nov from Melbourne to El Calafate, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at AU$4,099 found 4 days ago

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