Cheap flights to El Calafate

Compare recent fares, direct-flight schedules and destination airports
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El Calafate at a glance

Key facts about the city and the routes found in recent fare data.

Country

Argentina

City IATA code

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Airports in fare data

1

Population

No data

Time zone

America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos

Cities with direct flights

4

Airlines in fare data

23

Cheapest air tickets to El Calafate

Compare up to ten of the lowest recent fares to El Calafate, for domestic and international routes.

Prices are based on searches made by real travelers during the last 48 hours and are not a public offer.

Direct flights airfares to El Calafate

Current data shows direct routes to El Calafate from 4 cities: Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, San Carlos de Bariloche, and Trelew. A complete timetable is available for 3 of 4 routes; observed offer dates are shown for the others. One route offers a choice of several airlines.

Flight days and minimum fares are enriched with cached route data when available. Otherwise, we show the currently observed offers.

The only airline operating direct flights from Ushuaia to El Calafate is Aerolineas Argentinas. Flights operate every day.

Aerolineas Argentinas

Aerolineas Argentinas

Ushuaia — El Calafate

Flights every day

from $58

Flight prices to El Calafate by month

Compare cached monthly fares to El Calafate for 4 departure cities over the next year. Routes without saved price data are not shown.

The chart shows the saved monthly price trend from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Open the route page for full flight details.

January 2027
Lowest price
on average:
$61
August 2027
Highest price
on average:
$129
  • Avg Price
Price dynamics

Flight prices from Buenos Aires to El Calafate are steadily rising: from November 2026 to August 2027, ticket costs increased by 79%. The sooner you book, the better the deal.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

The most significant price increase was from January 2027 to August 2027 — up 113%. The best time to fly is January 2027–February 2027, when the average price is $62. In April 2027–August 2027, tickets cost around $106.

Best time to buy

Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in January 2027–February 2027 can save you up to 42% compared to the most expensive months.

Price predictability

Price variation across months on this route is 28.2%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.

El Calafate airports

Airports in El Calafate provide convenient connections to other regions and countries. Below you can find details about their location, facilities, and transport options to choose the best airport for arriving in or departing from El Calafate.

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Cities near El Calafate

Nearby cities with airports can help you compare alternative routes or plan a combined trip.

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San Carlos de Bariloche

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Frequently asked questions about El Calafate

Concise answers based on city details and fares found in recent searches.

The lowest recent price in our data is $58. The live price may change when you search.

Recent fare data contains 1 destination airport codes for El Calafate. The airport section above has detailed information.

Recent offers include direct flights from 4 cities operated by 2 airlines. Availability depends on the date.

They come from searches made by real travelers during the last 48 hours. Treat them as a guide: the final price is confirmed by a new search.