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$78+ Cheap flights from Buenos Aires (BUE) to El Calafate (FTE)

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BUE — FTE
feb. 10 — feb. 171
lun. 2/10
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The best prices from Buenos Aires to El Calafate are usually found in June or August, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buenos Aires (BUE) to El Calafate (FTE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated febrero 5, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$229

Good round-trip deal

$194 or less

Good one-way deal

$87 or less
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Cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 5, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/135:00 amEZE - FTE
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/1312:30 pmFTE - EZE
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$185
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/221:35 pmAEP - FTE
Nonstop3h 20mAerolineas Argentinas
lun. 4/287:00 pmFTE - AEP
Nonstop3h 00mAerolineas Argentinas
Deal found 2/5$186
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/123:00 pmEZE - FTE
Nonstop3h 15mAerolineas Argentinas
jue. 3/1312:30 pmFTE - EZE
Nonstop3h 00mAerolineas Argentinas
Deal found 2/5$186
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/196:05 amEZE - FTE
Nonstop3h 20mFlybondi
mié. 2/265:00 pmFTE - EZE
Nonstop3h 20mFlybondi
Deal found 2/5$205
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jue. 3/134:45 amAEP - FTE
Nonstop3h 16mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/1312:30 pmFTE - AEP
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$212
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/85:15 amAEP - FTE
Nonstop3h 16mJetSMART
dom. 3/169:11 amFTE - AEP
Nonstop3h 00mJetSMART
Deal found 2/4$222
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mié. 2/1912:45 pmAEP - FTE
Nonstop3h 35mFlybondi
mié. 2/2612:15 pmFTE - AEP
Nonstop2h 55mFlybondi
Deal found 2/5$246

Find flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 5, 2025.

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Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

jue. 3/13

5:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop3h 35m

El Calafate

sáb. 3/15

9:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$185

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

mar. 4/22

1:35 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

El Calafate

lun. 4/28

7:00 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$186

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

mié. 3/5

6:10 am-9:30 am

Nonstop3h 20m

El Calafate

mié. 3/12

7:45 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$186

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

mié. 3/12

3:00 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

El Calafate

jue. 3/13

12:30 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$188

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

jue. 3/13

4:45 am-8:01 am

Nonstop3h 16m

El Calafate

jue. 3/13

12:30 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$212

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

mié. 2/19

12:45 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

El Calafate

mié. 2/26

12:15 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$246

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

jue. 3/20

4:45 am-8:01 am

Nonstop3h 16m

El Calafate

dom. 3/30

8:51 am-11:51 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$263

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

mié. 2/12

6:10 am-9:30 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$78

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

mar. 4/1

12:35 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$80

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

mié. 4/2

5:00 am-8:16 am

Nonstop3h 16m

$89

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Buenos Aires to El Calafate in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Buenos Aires-El Calafate flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buenos Aires-El Calafate flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buenos Aires-El Calafate flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buenos Aires-El Calafate flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Buenos Aires-El Calafate flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

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Travel insights for flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUE to FTE?

Find hourly flight availability from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 5, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Price data was last updated on February 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buenos Aires to El Calafate flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Explore weekly flight availability from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated febrero 5, 2025.

The most flights from BUE to FTE are scheduled on a Wednesday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in El Calafate by month

Plan your trip to El Calafate by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in El Calafate ranges from 0.1 - 0.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.7 in. November is typically the driest time to visit El Calafate when rainfall is around 0.1 in.

Temperature in El Calafate by month

Plan your trip to El Calafate by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to El Calafate, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 55.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing El Calafate

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to El Calafate. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to El Calafate. Reviews last updated febrero 5, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aerolineas Argentinas and JetSMART from Buenos Aires to El Calafate to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
859 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 4

10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
859 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
859 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 4

10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

JetSMART
6.5
Okay
176 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
859 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 4

10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to El Calafate from Buenos Aires?

    Most people fly into El Calafate (FTE) if they book a flight to El Calafate from Buenos Aires. On average, El Calafate has 9 inbound flights from Buenos Aires per day from 3 airlines. El Calafate is conveniently located just 10.5 mi from El Calafate’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buenos Aires to El Calafate round-trip?

    Flying on Flybondi is currently your cheapest option to El Calafate, with prices starting at $185. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Aerolineas Argentinas and JetSMART, with the lowest prices starting at $186 and $222, respectively. Users have found that Flybondi is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Flybondi, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aerolineas Argentinas and JetSMART, as they are both options that can get you from Buenos Aires to El Calafate for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    Before booking your flight to El Calafate from Buenos Aires, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (100%), ITA Airways (100%), GOL( 100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    On average you can expect to pay $174 for a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. The cheapest flight overall is $71 while the most popular route, (Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery - El Calafate) is currently priced at $159.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Buenos Aires to El Calafate flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buenos Aires to El Calafate by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aerolineas ArgentinasCheapest$104Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time59%
JetSMARTCheapest$138Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlybondiCheapest$161Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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