Travelling from Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport (FTE): What you need to know
Sao Paulo has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport (FTE) flying out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
El Calafate Airport is located in El Calafate. The city's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Sao Paulo.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sao Paulo to FTE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to FTE, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is an option when leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
75.54% of flights that take off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in about 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Sao Paulo to FTE flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
73.8% of flights departing Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is roughly 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Viracopos Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of VCP is 75.02%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an El Calafate Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, FlexWays or Sixt and explore beyond El Calafate's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport is 104 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 297 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to FTE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport (FTE). August is the most popular month to visit El Calafate. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in February.
When booking your Sao Paulo to FTE plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in El Calafate, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 17ºC (63ºF).
July sees temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about El Calafate
Start your El Calafate trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to El Calafate Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Los Glaciares, Mirador Lago Argentino and Mirador Puesta de Sol are attractions you won't want to skip in El Calafate.
Explore more of Argentina
You've visited El Calafate, now it's time to explore other parts of Argentina. Travel around 257 kilometres south-east to Rio Gallegos to check off its popular sights. From Laguna Azul to Museo Marítimo y Naval de la Patagonia Austral and Monumento a la Mujer, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Rio Turbio is another standout destination in Argentina and is around 137 kilometres south of El Calafate. No journey is complete without dropping by PLAZA SANTA CRUZ, Acceso peatonal de la Diversidad Carlos Torres and Plaza Centenario del Carbón.
