Cheap Flights from Santiago (SCL) to El Calafate (FTE)

Airlines that fly from Santiago Intl. Airport (SCL) to El Calafate (FTE-Comandante Armando Tola Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from Santiago (SCL) to El Calafate (FTE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Santiago to El Calafate route information
Origin airport
Arturo Merino Benitez
Destination airport
Comandante Armando Tola Intl.
Airlines serving
Aerolineas Argentinas
Return price
AU$627
Distance
1869 km

Your quick guide to flights from Santiago to El Calafate

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Find cheap flights from Santiago to El Calafate

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$627 to AU$662, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Santiago to El Calafate around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to El Calafate is normally in January.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Santiago International Airport to El Calafate Airport?
Round-trip flights from Nuevo Pudahuel Airport to Comandante Armando Tola Intl. Airport (FTE) start from AU$627. This figure is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book today so you don’t miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Santiago International Airport to FTE?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you incur a fee varies between airlines. If you do have to cancel your holiday, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SCL to El Calafate Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for SCL to FTE flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Santiago International Airport to El Calafate Airport?
The flight distance between Santiago International Airport (SCL) and FTE (FTE) is 1 900 kilometres. Listen to your favourite tunes or get stuck into a book and the trip will fly by.
Which airlines fly direct from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Comandante Armando Tola Intl. Airport (FTE)?
You won’t find any airlines flying directly between SCL and FTE, so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover, whether short or long, can be a good way to break up a trip!
Are Santiago International Airport to FTE flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally nab a bargain, with some super cheap fares from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to FTE cropping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continually — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices that far in advance.
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