Travelling from Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport (FTE): What you need to know
Los Angeles is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport (FTE) heading out from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The timezone in El Calafate is UTC-3, which is four hours ahead of Los Angeles. El Calafate Airport is located in El Calafate.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Los Angeles to FTE. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of LAX.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can reach VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to FTE flight:
About El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an El Calafate Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, FlexWays or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of El Calafate and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
R 7,430 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport. A return flight starts from R 16,000. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Los Angeles to FTE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
August is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport (FTE). Visit El Calafate in February for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to FTE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in El Calafate, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 17ºC (63ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about El Calafate
Start your El Calafate trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to El Calafate Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of things to do in El Calafate when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Los Glaciares followed by Mirador Lago Argentino and Mirador Puesta de Sol.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done El Calafate, now it's time to explore other corners of Argentina. Travel around 257 kilometres south-east to Rio Gallegos to tick off its top attractions. From Laguna Azul to Museo Marítimo y Naval de la Patagonia Austral and Monumento a la Mujer, your itinerary will be busy.
Rio Turbio is another must-experience destination in Argentina and is around 137 kilometres south of El Calafate. No trip is complete without experiencing PLAZA SANTA CRUZ, Acceso peatonal de la Diversidad Carlos Torres and Plaza Centenario del Carbón.
