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$60+ Cheap flights from Buenos Aires (BUE) to El Calafate (FTE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUE — FTE
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Mon 3/166:40 am
EZE
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FTE
Nonstop3h 15m
Flybondi
Wed 3/1812:45 pm
FTE
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EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Flybondi
Deal found 2/2$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/199:05 am
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 15m
Flybondi
Thu 3/196:55 pm
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Flybondi
Deal found 2/2$136
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/144:30 am
EZE
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FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/165:55 pm
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$137
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/87:35 am
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 15m
Flybondi
Wed 3/117:10 pm
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Flybondi
Deal found 2/1$138
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2611:10 am
AEP
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/2910:10 am
FTE
-
AEP
Nonstop2h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/116:05 am
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 15m
Flybondi
Fri 3/201:00 pm
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Flybondi
Deal found 2/1$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/133:20 pm
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 15m
Flybondi
Thu 3/196:55 pm
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Flybondi
Deal found 2/1$140
This JetSMART deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetSMART is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/24:30 am
AEP
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
JetSMART
Wed 3/48:27 am
FTE
-
AEP
Nonstop3h 00m
JetSMART
Deal found 2/3$141
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/26:40 am
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 15m
Flybondi
Mon 3/95:55 pm
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Flybondi
Deal found 2/1$141
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/26:40 am
EZE
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 15m
Flybondi
Tue 3/310:55 am
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Flybondi
Deal found 2/1$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/273:15 pm
AEP
-
FTE
Nonstop3h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/310:10 am
FTE
-
AEP
Nonstop2h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/144:30 am
EZE
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FTE
Nonstop3h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/196:55 pm
FTE
-
EZE
Nonstop3h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$143

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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$136
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$60
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$214

Good round-trip deal

$167 or less

Good one-way deal

$85 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate that are best for you.

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Buenos Aires

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El Calafate

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Tue 3/17

6:50 am-10:05 am

Nonstop3h 15m

El Calafate

Wed 3/18

12:45 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$135

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Mon 3/2

6:40 am-9:55 am

Nonstop3h 15m

El Calafate

Thu 3/5

6:55 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$136

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Mon 3/2

4:30 am-7:47 am

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Wed 3/4

8:27 am-11:27 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$141

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Fri 3/13

4:30 am-7:47 am

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Thu 3/19

8:27 am-11:27 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$141

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Sat 3/14

4:30 am-7:47 am

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Thu 3/19

8:27 am-11:27 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$142

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Mon 3/16

1:50 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

El Calafate

Thu 3/19

6:55 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$142

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

AEP - FTE

AEPFTE

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Mon 3/2

4:30 am-7:47 am

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Fri 3/6

8:27 am-11:27 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$146

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Thu 3/19

4:30 am-7:47 am

Nonstop3h 17m

El Calafate

Sat 3/28

8:27 am-11:27 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$146

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Thu 3/19

2:45 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

El Calafate

Fri 3/20

1:00 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$148

Buenos AiresEl Calafate

EZE - FTE

EZEFTE

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Wed 3/18

6:05 am-9:20 am

Nonstop3h 15m

El Calafate

Sat 3/21

8:50 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$151

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Compare providers for flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Buenos Aires to El Calafate in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Buenos Aires-El Calafate flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buenos Aires-El Calafate flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buenos Aires-El Calafate flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buenos Aires-El Calafate flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Buenos Aires-El Calafate flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to El Calafate from Buenos Aires with our price prediction graph.
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate (average of $47). Flying from Buenos Aires to El Calafate in July is currently the most expensive (average of $135). 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 February 3, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buenos Aires to El Calafate flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Explore weekly flight availability from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

The most flights from BUE to FTE are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

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

About 24% 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?

Sunday 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 last year, JetSMART have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% 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 February 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate, such as Aerolineas Argentinas, JetSMART, and Flybondi. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,008 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

adam,Jan 2026

USH - EZE

Gate change was not announced. Groupings for boarding a little disorganized. Otherwise all good.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,008 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,008 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

adam,Jan 2026

USH - EZE

Gate change was not announced. Groupings for boarding a little disorganized. Otherwise all good.
JetSMART
6.7
Okay
266 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,008 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

adam,Jan 2026

USH - EZE

Gate change was not announced. Groupings for boarding a little disorganized. Otherwise all good.
Flybondi
5.9
Fair
214 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
1,008 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

5.8

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

adam,Jan 2026

USH - EZE

Gate change was not announced. Groupings for boarding a little disorganized. Otherwise all good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 8 inbound flights from Buenos Aires per day from 3 airlines. 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?

    A quick flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate can take about 3h 15m. Flybondi provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $135. Buenos Aires and El Calafate are separated by a distance of 1265 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buenos Aires to El Calafate round-trip?

    Flying on Flybondi is currently your cheapest option to El Calafate, with prices starting at $117. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetSMART and Aerolineas Argentinas, with the lowest prices starting at $126 and $137, respectively. Users have found that Flybondi is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buenos Aires to El Calafate one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetSMART, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $42. However, be on the lookout for offers from Flybondi and Aerolineas Argentinas, as they are both options that can get you from Buenos Aires to El Calafate for a low price.

  • 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: GOL (100%), Albastar (100%), JetSMART( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate?

    On average you can expect to pay $204 for a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. The cheapest flight overall is $57 while the most popular route, (Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery - El Calafate) is currently priced at $116.

  • 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 vacation 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate (average of $47). Flying from Buenos Aires to El Calafate in July is currently the most expensive (average of $135). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Buenos Aires to El Calafate. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlybondiCheapest$117Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetSMARTCheapest$126Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aerolineas ArgentinasCheapest$137Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time59%

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