Flying from Washington DC to El Calafate Airport (FTE): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to El Calafate Airport (FTE). Explore your options for jetting out of Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
The timezone in El Calafate is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Washington DC. El Calafate Airport is located in El Calafate.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to FTE.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
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76.44% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan National Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can arrive at IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
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74.39% of flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to El Calafate Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land within the expected time frame. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About El Calafate Airport (FTE)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to El Calafate Airport is R 9,752. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 15,852. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to FTE. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Washington DC to El Calafate Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to El Calafate. August is when most people book flights from Washington DC to El Calafate Airport (FTE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Washington DC to FTE plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in El Calafate to range from 5ºC (41ºF) to 17ºC (63ºF).
July has temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to El Calafate Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about El Calafate
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There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Los Glaciares, Mirador Lago Argentino and Mirador Puesta de Sol are major attractions which should be on any good El Calafate itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done El Calafate, now it's time to explore other parts of Argentina. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Rio Gallegos to check off its popular sights. From Laguna Azul to Museo Marítimo y Naval de la Patagonia Austral and Monumento a la Mujer, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Argentina, head for Rio Turbio, about 137 kilometres south of El Calafate. PLAZA SANTA CRUZ, Acceso peatonal de la Diversidad Carlos Torres and Plaza Centenario del Carbón are key highlights.
