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Cheap flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate from £124

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUE — FTE
25 May — 1 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

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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 25 April 2026.

Sun 7/615:15
AEP
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 20m
Aerolineas Argentinas
Sun 14/617:10
FTE
-
AEP
Nonstop3h 00m
Aerolineas Argentinas
Deal found 23/4£124
Fri 2/1004:30
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
JetSMART
Sun 4/1008:27
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
JetSMART
Deal found 23/4£137
Thu 10/1206:15
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 20m
Flybondi
Thu 17/1210:20
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Flybondi
Deal found 23/4£139
Tue 10/1104:30
AEP
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
JetSMART
Fri 20/1108:27
FTE
-
AEP
Nonstop3h 00m
JetSMART
Deal found 24/4£141
Wed 7/1004:30
AEP
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
JetSMART
Fri 9/1008:27
FTE
-
AEP
Nonstop3h 00m
JetSMART
Deal found 23/4£142
Thu 1/1004:30
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
JetSMART
Sun 4/1008:27
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
JetSMART
Deal found 22/4£142
Fri 2/1004:30
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
JetSMART
Tue 6/1008:27
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
JetSMART
Deal found 20/4£143
Thu 10/1205:10
AEP
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 20m
Aerolineas Argentinas
Thu 17/1217:30
FTE
-
AEP
Nonstop3h 00m
Aerolineas Argentinas
Deal found 23/4£144
Thu 19/1104:30
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
JetSMART
Sun 6/1208:27
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
JetSMART
Deal found 23/4£145
Fri 9/1004:30
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
JetSMART
Thu 15/1008:27
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
JetSMART
Deal found 23/4£146
Sat 12/1216:40
AEP
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 20m
Aerolineas Argentinas
Wed 30/1217:30
FTE
-
AEP
Nonstop3h 00m
Aerolineas Argentinas
Deal found 20/4£147
Wed 4/1106:10
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/1108:27
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£147

Find 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 25 April 2026.

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£124

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Cheapest in

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Average price

£187

Good round-trip deal

£97 or less

Good one-way deal

£73 or less
Aerolineas Argentinas
  • Aerolineas Argentinas
  • 7/6-14/6
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 20m total
  • Buenos Aires to El Calafate
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Cheapest return flight

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sun 7/6

15:15-18:35

Nonstop3h 20m

El Calafate

Sun 14/6

17:10-20:10

Nonstop3h 00m

£124
Fastest return journey

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Fri 2/10

04:30-07:47

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Sun 4/10

08:27-11:27

Nonstop3h 00m

£137

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Wed 7/10

04:30-07:47

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Fri 9/10

08:27-11:27

Nonstop3h 00m

£142

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Sat 3/10

04:30-07:47

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Sun 4/10

08:27-11:27

Nonstop3h 00m

£142

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Fri 2/10

04:30-07:47

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Tue 6/10

08:27-11:27

Nonstop3h 00m

£143

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Fri 9/10

04:30-07:47

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Thu 15/10

08:27-11:27

Nonstop3h 00m

£146

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Fri 16/10

04:30-07:47

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Tue 20/10

08:27-11:27

Nonstop3h 00m

£147

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Thu 8/10

04:30-07:47

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Thu 15/10

08:27-11:27

Nonstop3h 00m

£147

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Mon 25/5

07:10-10:30

Nonstop3h 20m

El Calafate

Thu 28/5

17:40-20:40

Nonstop3h 00m

£150

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sun 11/10

04:30-07:47

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Wed 14/10

08:27-11:27

Nonstop3h 00m

£150

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate (average of £60). Flying from Buenos Aires to El Calafate in May is currently the most expensive (average of £496). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 25 April 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Buenos Aires to El Calafate in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

How often are flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Buenos Aires and El Calafate have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Buenos Aires to El Calafate flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Buenos Aires to El Calafate flights?

Over the past year, Aerolineas Argentinas have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 27% of flights being delayed.

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 25 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Aerolineas Argentinas and Flybondi from Buenos Aires to El Calafate to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very Good
1,038 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Mar 2026

MIA - EZE

First time flying with them to Buenos Aires. No issues at all. Boarded on time, departed on time, smooth flight and attendants were great.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very Good
1,038 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very Good
1,038 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Mar 2026

MIA - EZE

First time flying with them to Buenos Aires. No issues at all. Boarded on time, departed on time, smooth flight and attendants were great.
Flybondi
5.9
Fair
221 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very Good
1,038 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Mar 2026

MIA - EZE

First time flying with them to Buenos Aires. No issues at all. Boarded on time, departed on time, smooth flight and attendants were great.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 6 inbound flights from Buenos Aires per day from 1 airline. El Calafate is conveniently located just 10.5 mi from El Calafate’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    Departing from Buenos Aires to El Calafate will take you 3h 17m. Buenos Aires and El Calafate are separated by a distance of 1265 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate round-trip from £134. You may be able to fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate for 20% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • 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: Air France (100%), ITA Airways (100%), GOL( 100%).

  • 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 holiday 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate (average of £60). Flying from Buenos Aires to El Calafate in May is currently the most expensive (average of £496). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aerolineas ArgentinasCheapest£134Average£217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time59%
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