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Popular flight routes to El Calafate

Flights from Buenos Airesto El Calafate

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Flights from Dublinto El Calafate

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Flights from Madridto El Calafate

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Flights from San Carlos de Barilocheto El Calafate

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Flights from Ushuaiato El Calafate

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Flights from Mendozato El Calafate

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Flights from Trelewto El Calafate

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Flights from Saltato El Calafate

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How long is the flight to El Calafate?

If you’re planning to fly to El Calafate, we at eDreams have analysed the most popular routes to help you plan your trip. From Ushuaia, the flight takes approximately 1h 58m, from San Carlos de Bariloche, around 2h 5m, and from Buenos Aires, about 3h 18m.

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3h 18m

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How much does a flight to El Calafate cost?

At eDreams you can find flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate starting from €48, with an average price of €143. If you depart from other cities such as San Carlos de Bariloche, you can find tickets from €76, and from Ushuaia starting from €89, according to data from the last 72 hours.

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Book your flight to El Calafate

Compare cheap flights to El Calafate (Argentina) on eDreams within a single search environment. See airlines, flight times, layovers and prices, then filter by departure time or duration to find the best flight for you.

The cheapest ticket to El Calafate booked on eDreams in recent days cost £48. Treat this as a reference only, as the final price will depend on your travel dates and how far ahead you book.

Jetsmart Airlines is the most popular airline among travellers flying to El Calafate.

Weather in El Calafate

The best time to travel to El Calafate may depend on your preferred weather conditions. In El Calafate, average temperatures hover around 19ºC in the hottest months and drop to -4ºC in the coldest ones. This information might be useful when choosing when to travel, what to pack and what to do once you're there.

Typical highs: around 19ºC in the warmest months
Typical lows: about -5ºC in the coldest months
Hottest month: February
Coldest month: July
Driest month: December
Wettest month: April

Airlines and routes to El Calafate

Jetsmart Airlines operates direct flights to El Calafate. Direct routes depart from these cities:

You can reach El Calafate with one or more changes, for example with Jetsmart Airlines. These are some of the departure cities and the airline on each route:

How to pay less for your flight to El Calafate

A few quick checks can help you save money on your trip to El Calafate:

Flexible dates: compare several departure days before you choose. Leaving a day earlier or later can sometimes make a noticeable difference to the fare.
Nearby airports: always consider the alternatives. A smaller airport a short distance from El Calafate can sometimes offer cheaper fares than the main one.
Baggage: check what each option includes before you confirm. Knowing your allowance in advance helps you avoid unexpected charges at the airport.

Before you travel, double-check the entry rules for Argentina and give yourself plenty of time to sort out any paperwork.

And remember, adding a hotel to your booking unlocks exclusive discounts on your stay. You can also add a hire car to the same booking, and you may find extra savings when you bundle it with your flights and accommodation.

Frequently asked questions about flights to El Calafate

What are the cheapest airlines flying to El Calafate?

Looking at the prices of our customers' bookings from US to El Calafate, your best bet for cheap flights is:

Gol: On average, a one-way ticket costs €810. The flight from Vitoria to El Calafate has an average cost of €805, while a ticket from Iguaçu is approximately €859.

Which airlines fly to El Calafate?

Airlines flying direct from the US to El Calafate include:

Aerolineas Argentinas offers flights originating from Buenos Aires, San Carlos de Bariloche and Ushuaia.
Jetsmart Airlines also offers numerous flights, including several departing from Buenos Aires, Ushuaia and from San Carlos de Bariloche.

Aerolineas Argentinas, which serves flights from Santiago, Vitoria or Montevideo.
Jetsmart Airlines, that operates flights from Vitoria and Iguaçu, as well as from Iguazu Falls.

What is the weather like in El Calafate?

If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to El Calafate is in February, January and December, when the average temperature reaches 19º, while December, January and November are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 29 hours. However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit El Calafate during July, June or August to experience an average of -4º. For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during April, March and May, when the average precipitation in El Calafate is 20mm, while the months of December, November and January are drier, with an average of 7mm.

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