Flying from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Buenos Aires's main airports, Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). Explore your options for booking a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE) leaving from either of these.
3 hours 20 minutes is the average duration of a direct Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport flight.
El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport is located in El Calafate. The city's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE) is the most popular route. There are 32 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Aerolineas Argentinas at 4:45pm. Go for the first AEP to FTE departure operated by Aerolineas Argentinas at 4:10am if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Buenos Aires to FTE.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
You can take a direct flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE) departing from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP).
Aerolineas Argentinas is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport departing from AEP.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between AEP and FTE is Aerolineas Argentinas.
Among carriers operating on this route, Aerolineas Argentinas has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
AEP is about 8 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield:
64% of flights that depart Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield make it to their destination on time.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Consider beginning your travels from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). You can book a direct Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE) plane ticket from this hub.
When departing from EZE, you'll have a choice of airlines that have direct flights from Buenos Aires to FTE. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:
On the EZE to FTE route, Aerolineas Argentinas is the go-to airline for most travellers.
The most punctual carrier is Aerolineas Argentinas. Its Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport flights land as scheduled 77.03% of the time.
EZE is about 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Buenos Aires to FTE flight? Unwind in a hotel near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE)
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Getting from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE) to central El Calafate
Central El Calafate is around 21 kilometres from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE)
At the moment, RM266 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM566. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Buenos Aires to FTE.
The best month for finding cheap Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE)
July is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE), while November is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit El Calafate based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Buenos Aires to FTE plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in El Calafate to range from 5ºC (41ºF) to 17ºC (63ºF).
July sees temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about El Calafate
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring El Calafate:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in El Calafate when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Los Glaciares followed by Mirador Lago Argentino and Mirador Puesta de Sol.
Explore more of Argentina
El Calafate is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Argentina you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres southeast of El Calafate, a visit to Rio Gallegos will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Laguna Azul, Museo Marítimo y Naval de la Patagonia Austral and Museo de Arte Eduardo Minnicelli.
