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El Calafate Airport (FTE)

Operations Summary

Normal Operations
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Status Criteria
Total: 14
Delayed: 0 (0%)
Cancelled: 0

Based on flights from the last 24 hours:

  • Normal: Less than 20% delayed.
  • Delays: Between 20% and 40%.
  • Disrupted: Over 40% or cancellations.
Flights are landing and departing on schedule.
Updated: Calculated in real time with Airport and OpenMeteo data.

Real-Time Arrivals & Departures Board

Updated arrivals and departures board.

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Flight status - Arrivals
TimeEstimatedFlightAirlineOriginStatus
10:1513:41FO* 5550FlybondiBuenos Aires (EZE)Landed
15:1015:02AR 1894Aerolineas ArgentinasBuenos Aires (AEP)Landed
16:1016:25AR 1896Aerolineas ArgentinasBuenos Aires (AEP)Landed
17:1517:07AR 1897Aerolineas ArgentinasUshuaia (USH)Landed
18:1518:20FO* 5552FlybondiBuenos Aires (EZE)Landed
19:07—WJ* 3213Jetsmart ArgentinaBuenos Aires (AEP)On Time
19:35—AR 1850Aerolineas ArgentinasBuenos Aires (AEP)On Time
●Real-time data • Source: El Calafate Airport

Weather at El Calafate Airport

Conditions☀️ Clear Sky
Temperature🌡️ 7°C
Wind💨 7.5 km/h
Visibility👁️ Optimal

Frequently Asked Questions — El Calafate Airport (FTE)

Are there frequent wind delays in El Calafate?

El Calafate Airport is known for its crosswinds. However, pilots are highly trained for these maneuvers. Unless gusts exceed 90 km/h, it is rare for the airport to close. If your flight shows "On Time", head to the airport with peace of mind.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For domestic flights, it is recommended to arrive 2 hours before departure. The airport is small but can get congested during peak hours (early morning and mid-afternoon).

Which airlines currently operate here?

Currently Aerolíneas Argentinas, Flybondi, JetSmart and LADE operate, connecting mainly with Buenos Aires, Ushuaia and Córdoba.

El Calafate Airport Transfers

FTE airport is 21 km from downtown. There is no public bus — book your transfer.

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Transfer Airport → Hotel

We wait for you at the airport exit with a sign with your name. We take you straight to your hotel in El Calafate.

  • We coordinate with your actual flight time
  • If your flight is delayed, we adjust at no extra cost
  • All hotels downtown and surrounding areas
Book Transfer IN
OUT
Transfer Hotel → Airport

We pick you up from your hotel with enough time to arrive at the airport comfortably.

  • We pick you up ahead of time
  • Schedule calculated based on your departure flight
  • Unlimited luggage included
Book Transfer OUT
💡 Local Tip: There is no public bus between the airport and the city. During high season (Oct–Apr) transfers sell out fast — book in advance.

Airport Technical Data

  • Official Name: Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola
  • IATA Code: FTE
  • Location: El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
  • Timezone: UTC-3 (Argentina)