Flying from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 20 minutes.
Buenos Aires and El Calafate (where El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE) to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP). Take your pick of 32 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FTE to AEP is the 08:15 JetSMART option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 20:45 with Aerolineas Argentinas.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your FTE to Buenos Aires flight.
During popular months like November, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Begin your journey at FTE and fly straight to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires tickets.
Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires. Book your ticket with one of these:
Travelling from central El Calafate to FTE takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
53% of flights departing from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport (FTE) to Buenos Aires
61 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return plane ticket right now is 119 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book four months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from FTE to Buenos Aires.
September is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
The distance from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield around one week in advance of your flight from FTE to Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is located around 32 kilometres from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). After your flight from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near EZE. Settle in and get cosy after your FTE to Buenos Aires flight at one of these well-located options:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from EZE one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
September is the busiest month for flights from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Buenos Aires in December.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from FTE to Buenos Aires in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from El Calafate Comandante Armando Tola Intl Airport to Buenos Aires, check out our selection of hotels including:
El Ateneo Grand Splendid and Teatro Colon are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Buenos Aires travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Recoleta Cemetery.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Argentina you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres northwest of Buenos Aires, a visit to Rosario will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Casa Natal Che Guevara, Monumento al Che Guevara and Casa Natal de Lionel Messi.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. Experience major highlights starting with Teatro Colon, Playa Popular and Aquasol Water Park.