Travelling from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to El Calafate Airport (FTE): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your IGU to FTE flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Right now, R 3,665 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cataratas International Airport to El Calafate Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,518. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from IGU to FTE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cataratas International Airport to El Calafate Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from IGU to FTE.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cataratas International Airport to El Calafate Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
Of all flights leaving Cataratas International Airport, 79.84% arrive on time at their destination.
Cataratas International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Foz do Iguaçu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Cataratas International Airport to El Calafate Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near IGU:
Arriving at El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Grab an El Calafate Airport rental car and discover El Calafate and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, FlexWays and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from El Calafate Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to central El Calafate
El Calafate Airport to the centre of El Calafate has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When to fly to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
April is the most popular month for flights from Cataratas International Airport to El Calafate Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to El Calafate in February.
Lock in your flight from Cataratas International Airport to El Calafate Airport for January if you want to visit El Calafate during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IGU to FTE in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Argentina
Rio Gallegos is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be discovered after you've seen El Calafate. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Laguna Azul, Museo de Arte Eduardo Minnicelli and Museo de los Pioneros.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Argentina, consider Rio Grande, about 499 kilometres south-east of El Calafate. Museo Municipal Virginia Choquintel, Museo Fueguino de Arte and Lighthouse Cabo Domingo are key highlights.