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Flights to El Calafate

Find cheap flights to El Calafate in 2026/2027 from $3,103 This is the cheapest return flight found to El Calafate from New Zealand on FlightsFinder on October 27th 2026 at 21:31. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.

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What are the cheapest return flights to El Calafate in 2026/2027?

These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from New Zealand to El Calafate in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.

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What are the cheapest one-way flights to El Calafate in 2026/2027?

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When are flights to El Calafate cheapest?

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The month of March

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According to our data, March is on average the cheapest time to book flights to El Calafate.
You can get flights from $3,103 return.

When is the most expensive time to fly to El Calafate?

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The month of December

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According to our data, December is on average the most expensive time to book flights to El Calafate.
A return flight could set you back more than $6,619.

Why fly to El Calafate?

El Calafate is a base for Lago Argentino and the glacier landscapes of southern Patagonia. The Perito Moreno Glacier is reached on a separate excursion, while the lakeside town and Laguna Nimez offer a different pace. This airport is FTE: do not confuse the glacier itinerary with the separate town and airport of Perito Moreno, PMQ.

Frequently asked questions about Flights to El Calafate

What is considered a good price to El Calafate?

A good price for a flight to El Calafate is $2793 - $3413.

Which popular airports are close to El Calafate?

Popular airports near El Calafate include Comandante Armando Tola International Airport (FTE), Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel Airport in Río Gallegos (RGL), Teniente Julio Gallardo Airport in Puerto Natales (PNT), and Presidente Carlos Ibáñez del Campo International Airport in Punta Arenas (PUQ).

How long does it take to fly to El Calafate?

The flight to El Calafate (FTE) is roughly 11 hours 59 minutes and 5,168 miles (8,316 kilometres) from Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL).

How do I find the cheapest possible flights to El Calafate?

The best way is to compare flights to El Calafate from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.

Are there direct flights to El Calafate?

We have currently found no direct flights to El Calafate.

What is the weather like in El Calafate?

Here is the average weather forecast in El Calafate by month:

• Jan: 8°C
• Feb: 8°C
• Mar: 6°C
• Apr: 3°C
• May: -0°C
• Jun: -3°C
• Jul: -4°C
• Aug: -2°C
• Sep: 1°C
• Oct: 3°C
• Nov: 5°C
• Dec: 7°C

How far is the main airport in El Calafate from the city centre?

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (FTE) is the airport reference for El Calafate. Confirm the actual operating service and arrange onward road or accommodation transfers separately.

How far in advance should I book my flight to El Calafate?

Typically, flights are cheapest to El Calafate 2 months before departure.

Which day is cheapest to fly to El Calafate?

Studies show flights to El Calafate are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Weather in El Calafate

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Flight Distance and Flying Time to El Calafate

Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,168 miles (8,316 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 59 minutes)

Christchurch, New Zealand - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,885 miles (7,862 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 21 minutes)

Wellington, New Zealand - Wellington International Airport (WLG) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,932 miles (7,937 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 27 minutes)

Queenstown, New Zealand - Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,914 miles (7,908 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 25 minutes)

Dunedin, New Zealand - Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,821 miles (7,759 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 12 minutes)

Taupo, New Zealand - Taupo Airport (TUO) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,030 miles (8,095 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 40 minutes)

Gisborne, New Zealand - Gisborne Airport (GIS) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,970 miles (7,999 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 32 minutes)

Hokitika, New Zealand - Hokitika Airport (HKK) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,975 miles (8,007 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 33 minutes)

Hamilton, New Zealand - Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,103 miles (8,212 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 50 minutes)

Kerikeri, New Zealand - 12 miles from Kaikohe - Bay of Islands Airport (KKE) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,293 miles (8,519 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 12 hours 15 minutes)

Kaitaia, New Zealand - Kaitaia Airport (KAT) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,325 miles (8,570 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 12 hours 20 minutes)

New Plymouth, New Zealand - New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,078 miles (8,173 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 47 minutes)

Napier-Hastings, New Zealand - Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,964 miles (7,989 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 31 minutes)

Nelson, New Zealand - Nelson Airport (NSN) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,984 miles (8,021 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 34 minutes)

Invercargill, New Zealand - Invercargill Airport (IVC) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,848 miles (7,802 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 16 minutes)

Palmerston North, New Zealand - Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,960 miles (7,982 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 31 minutes)

Rotorua, New Zealand - Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,056 miles (8,137 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 44 minutes)

Tauranga, New Zealand - Tauranga Airport (TRG) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,084 miles (8,182 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 47 minutes)

Timaru, New Zealand - Richard Pearse Airport (TIU) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,880 miles (7,854 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 20 minutes)

Blenheim, New Zealand - Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
4,951 miles (7,968 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 30 minutes)

Whakatane, New Zealand - Whakatāne Airport (WHK) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,046 miles (8,121 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 42 minutes)

Whangarei, New Zealand - Whangarei Airport (WRE) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,250 miles (8,449 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 12 hours 10 minutes)

Westport, New Zealand - Westport Airport (WSZ) to El Calafate (FTE)

Distance:
5,011 miles (8,064 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 11 hours 38 minutes)

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Cheapest flight routes found to El Calafate

From Auckland

From Auckland (AKL), New Zealand to El Calafate, Argentina (FTE): $3,103

Depart: 17 Mar 2027 · Return: 24 Mar 2027 Price found 27 Oct 2026, 21:31

From Queenstown

From Queenstown (ZQN), New Zealand to El Calafate, Argentina (FTE): $4,260

Depart: 14 Jan 2027 · Return: 27 Feb 2027 Price found 26 Oct 2026, 05:55

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