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Cheap Flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate (BUE-FTE)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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3h 00mnonstop
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AEP-FTE
3h 20mnonstop
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FTE-AEP
3h 00mnonstop
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AEP-FTE
3h 20mnonstop
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FTE-AEP
3h 00mnonstop
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AEP-FTE
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FTE-AEP
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AEP-FTE
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Buenos Aires to El Calafate flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Buenos Aires to El Calafate flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate cost ₪516 and was between Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) and El Calafate (FTE). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is ₪516.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate is May, where tickets cost ₪536 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₪886 and ₪883 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 44% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonMay
High seasonNovember
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.

When to book flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buenos Aires to El Calafate based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

  • Does Ministro Pistarini International Airport have any lounges for passengers to relax in?

    There are a few different lounges that you can rest in if you have some time to kill before your flight takes off from Ministro Pistarini International Airport. The Aeropuertos VIP Club can be found in Terminal A, while both the Star Alliance Lounge and the American Airlines Admirals Club are in Terminal B.

  • What services does El Palomar Airport have for travelers with disabilities?

    Every terminal in El Palomar Airport is accessible for travelers that have disabilities or limited mobility. The airport is also equipped with wheelchairs that passengers can use at no cost. If you will need assistance while navigating through the airport, make sure to contact your airline ahead of your departure, and an employee will be present to help you with anything you need.

  • How can I get from El Calafate Airport to the city center?

    There are several ways that you can travel from El Calafate Airport to the city’s downtown area. If you choose to drive, the trip will normally take you anywhere from 20 to 25min. You can also take the VES Patagonia Airport Shuttle, which will bring you to the city center in around 35min. A one-way ticket for this shuttle bus costs around R$500 ($87).

  • Is there an on-site hotel at El Calafate Airport?

    While there is no on-site hotel at El Calafate Airport, there are a few hotels that are just a short drive away. For example, the Esplendor by Wyndham El Calafate is less than a 20min drive from the airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Buenos Aires to El Calafate flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Buenos Aires and El Calafate.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    There are nonstop flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to El Calafate from Buenos Aires is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to El Calafate with an airline and back to Buenos Aires with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to El Calafate from Buenos Aires up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

  • When you fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate, there are three main airports that you may depart from, which are Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE), El Palomar (EPA), and Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP). Ministro Pistarini International Airport is the largest airport in the region and is 20 miles from the city center, while El Palomar is a smaller choice, located 11 miles from the city. Jorge Newbery Airport is known for servicing many domestic flights and can be found directly within the city limits.
  • Once you arrive at your destination, your flight will land at El Calafate Airport (FTE). This airport is one of the largest in Argentina, and it can be found just over 13 miles to the east of downtown El Calafate.
  • Most flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate are conveniently nonstop, so you don’t need to worry about having a layover. One of the airlines that commonly services trips between these two cities is Aerolineas Argentinas.
  • If you need to go to El Palomar from the city center of Buenos Aires, you have a few different options. Those that opt to drive can expect for the trip to take them anywhere from 35 to 40min depending on traffic conditions. You can also take local metro lines C and D, which will bring you to the airport in around an hour. A single metro ticket will cost you around R$19 ($3.30).
  • Those that will be traveling with pets will want to keep in mind that El Calafate Airport does not have any animal relief zones inside of the airport. If you would like to let your pet stretch its legs, make sure to bring them to one of the designated areas outside of the airport’s terminals.

Prefer to fly non-stop from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from Buenos Aires to El Calafate.
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Nonstop departures

Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Monday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Flybondi

Aerolineas Argentinas, Flybondi

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Flybondi

Aerolineas Argentinas, Flybondi

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Flybondi

Aerolineas Argentinas, Flybondi

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Nonstop returns

El Calafate to Buenos Aires

Monday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Flybondi

Aerolineas Argentinas, Flybondi

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

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