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Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in El Calafate Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in El Calafate Airport?

You should book your rental car in El Calafate Airport around 82 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in El Calafate Airport?

The cheapest month to rent a car in El Calafate Airport is June at an average cost of ₪160/day. January is the most expensive month to rent a car in El Calafate Airport when prices are ₪329/day on average, which tends to be 337% above the yearly average rental price for El Calafate Airport.

Which car hire company in El Calafate Airport has the most locations?

FlexWays operates 2 locations in El Calafate Airport, more than any other rental company.

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El Calafate Airport car rental price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right rental car in El Calafate Airport by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

₪132 - ₪299

All Car Types

₪238 - ₪402

How much does it cost to rent a small car in El Calafate Airport?

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How much does it cost to rent an SUV in El Calafate Airport?

How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in El Calafate Airport?

How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in El Calafate Airport?

Small car rentals in El Calafate Airport typically cost around ₪207 per day. The best time to book is August, when prices average ₪132 per day which is about 37% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 32% cheaper than the average rental in El Calafate Airport, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Medium car rentals in El Calafate Airport typically cost around ₪206 per day. The best time to book is August, when prices average ₪153 per day which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 33% cheaper than the average rental in El Calafate Airport, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car rentals in El Calafate Airport typically cost around ₪215 per day. The best time to book is July, when prices average ₪162 per day which is about 25% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 30% cheaper than the average rental in El Calafate Airport, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.

SUV rentals in El Calafate Airport typically cost around ₪391 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average ₪302 per day which is about 23% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 23% more expensive than the average rental in El Calafate Airport, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Pickup truck rentals in El Calafate Airport typically cost around ₪443 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average ₪334 per day which is about 25% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 32% more expensive than the average rental in El Calafate Airport, ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

Luxury car rentals in El Calafate Airport typically cost around ₪457 per day. The best time to book is August, when prices average ₪226 per day which is about 51% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 34% more expensive than the average rental in El Calafate Airport, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

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Most popular car type

Medium

Top tips for renting a car at El Calafate airport

  • Securing a car rental at El Calafate Airport (FTE), also known as Commandante Armando Tola International Airport, is an ideal way to travel around this untamed region at the Southern Patagonian Ice Field in Argentina. Because the airport is situated near some major roadways that course through Argentina, an El Calafate Airport car rental can take you to cities and awe-inspiring natural sites throughout this southern tip of South America. When you book a car rental at El Calafate Airport, you are beginning your adventure in one of the southernmost regions of civilization.
  • The El Calafate Airport offers services and amenities that can help you plan your stay when you arrive or that can provide distraction if you need to wait in order to leave the airport with your rental car. At the airport, you will find two different travel agencies in the arrivals area that can help you plan local adventures. You'll also find a coffee shop, a chocolate shop, a gift shop, and a drugstore.
  • There are a few things you want to be aware of when you are driving your El Calafate Airport car rental in Argentina. First, there are few traffic controls at intersections. Generally, the more aggressive driver takes the right of way, and Argentina tends to have very aggressive drivers. To be on the safe side, drive cautiously and defensively and yield the right of way. Second, you must have your headlights on at all times, even during the day. Third, because El Calafate is less than 3 hours from Chile, it might be tempting to drive your El Calafate Airport car rental over the border. While this is possible, not all car rental agencies allow this. If you plan to drive to Chile when you are in El Calafate, make sure you ask your car rental agency if that is allowed at the time that you are making your car rental reservation.
  • Booking your car rental at El Calafate Airport gives you the advantage of dealing with car rental agencies that tend to be open longer than the car rental agencies in town. For instance, Hertz car rental at El Calafate Airport is open 24 hours every day, with the possible exception of holidays. In contrast, Hertz agencies in town tend to close in the evening.
  • Book your rental car at El Calafate airport at least 5 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about renting a car at El Calafate airport

  • Where can I find the counters for car rental at El Calafate Airport?

    The counters for car rental at El Calafate Airport are located within the small terminal, and they are easy to locate. Car rental agencies that you will find in the terminal include Hertz, Budget, SIXT, Europcar, Dubrovnik Rent a Car, and Localiza Rent a Car. The vehicles are parked in the lot outside the terminal.

  • Do I need an international driving permit in order to book a car rental at El Calafate Airport?

    No, you do not. In order for a US citizen to rent a car in Argentina, you need a valid driver's license issued in the US. You will also need to have the rental car’s registration as well as proof of insurance coverage on the vehicle. If you decide not to get the insurance coverage offered by the rental car company, make sure that your own insurance or your credit card coverage is valid in Argentina.

  • How old do I have to be in order to book a car rental at El Calafate Airport?

    To rent a car in Argentina, you need to be at least 21 years old. However, it is possible that your rental car agency will charge you a daily fee for being a Young Renter if you are under the age of 25. Some rental car agencies also have a maximum age for renting a car. Furthermore, when you book a car rental at El Calafate Airport, most agencies will require that you have a major credit card issued in your own name.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at El Calafate airport?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from El Calafate airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Localiza, National, Sixt, and Thrifty.

El Calafate Airport car rental reviews and directory

 
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Avis

10.0

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8.0

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8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

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Intl Comandante Armando Tola

+54 9 2966 50 6020

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National

10.0

Wonderful

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10.0

Comfort

10.0

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10.0

Value for money

10.0

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Ruta 11

+54 290 249 5330

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Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

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Ruta 11

+54 2902 49 2525

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Alamo

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

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Ruta 11

+54 290 249 5330

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Rentacar

10.0

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10.0

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10.0

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9.0

Value for money

9.0

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Ruta 11 , Santa Cruz

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2025

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1 out of 1

Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

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10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

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Ruta 11 Sn Aeropuerto Internacional

+54 9 11 4427 1657

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FlexWays

2.0

Poor

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

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Avenida del Libertador Nº

+54 11 5263 0917

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El Calafate Airport

+54 9 294 495 5886

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Cactus Rent A Car

6.0

Okay

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

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El Calafate Airport

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.0

Okay

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

6.0

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Ruta 11 Sn

+54 2902 49 1398

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Fox

2.0

Poor

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

2.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.6

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Europcar, Ruta 11 , Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Arman

+54 9 11 4427 1657

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Always

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Aeropuerto El Calafate, El Calafate

+54 387 632 4130

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Budget

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Intl Comandante Armando Tola

+54 9 2966 50 6020

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Dubrovnik

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, Ruta 11

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keddy by Europcar

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One location in El Calafate Airport

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Astor Piazzolla International Airport, Autovia 2 Km 398. 5

+54 114 316 6570

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Localiza

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Aeropuerto Inter Comandante Armando Tola, .

+54 800 999 2999

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NextCar

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El Calafate Airport

+54 9 294 470 1379

Monday00:00 - 23:59
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Rent-A-Wreck

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El Calafate Airport

+54 9 294 470 1379

Monday09:00 - 21:00
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Rent@Car

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One location in El Calafate Airport

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El Calafate Airport Office

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Shouqi

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Ruta 11 Sn Aeropuerto Internacional

+86 10 6064 1387

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Sixt

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One location in El Calafate Airport

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Ruta 11

+54 11 5218 7611

Monday07:00 - 20:00
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Sri Lanka Rent a Car

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One location in El Calafate Airport

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Aeropuerto El Calafate (FTE)

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Street Rent a Car

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El Calafate Airport

+54 810 220 2007

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Summit Rentals

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One location in El Calafate Airport

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Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola

+54 9 294 470 1379

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in El Calafate Airport

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Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola

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8 travelers who rented a car in El Calafate Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9

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