Traveling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to El Calafate Airport (FTE): what you need to know
Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
To find out if you need a visa to enter Argentina, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SFO to FTE.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to El Calafate Airport is C$828. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,684. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from SFO to FTE, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flight tickets from San Francisco International Airport to El Calafate Airport throughout the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 21 kilometres from the center of San Francisco, San Francisco International Airport can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 47 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to El Calafate Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SFO:
Getting from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to central El Calafate
El Calafate Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central El Calafate. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.
When to fly to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
August is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to El Calafate Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to El Calafate in February.
The warmest month in El Calafate is January, with temperatures ranging between 5ºC and 17ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to El Calafate Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flight tickets from SFO to FTE in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about El Calafate
Start your El Calafate trip right by finding a fantastic stay. Once you've booked your flight from SFO to FTE, browse our hotel options including:
Lago Argentino and Walichu Caves are a couple of popular attractions to add to your El Calafate travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Estancia Cristina (Commercial Offices).
Complete your El Calafate trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to El Calafate Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in El Calafate.
