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Cheap Flights from El Calafate (FTE) to Mendoza (MDZ)

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Mendoza.$84 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 12.One-way flight with Aerolineas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with Aerolineas Argentinas, departing from El Calafate on Thu, Mar 12, arriving in Mendoza.Price includes taxes and charges.From $84, select.
Mendoza.$88 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 1.One-way flight with Aerolineas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with Aerolineas Argentinas, departing from El Calafate on Mon, Dec 1, arriving in Mendoza.Price includes taxes and charges.From $88, select.
Mendoza.$98 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 8.One-way flight with Flybondi.Outbound indirect flight with Flybondi, departing from El Calafate on Sun, Jun 8, arriving in Mendoza.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.
Mendoza.$112 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 6.One-way flight with Aerolineas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with Aerolineas Argentinas, departing from El Calafate on Tue, Jan 6, arriving in Mendoza.Price includes taxes and charges.From $112, select.
Mendoza.$112 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 24.One-way flight with Aerolineas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with Aerolineas Argentinas, departing from El Calafate on Tue, Feb 24, arriving in Mendoza.Price includes taxes and charges.From $112, select.
Mendoza.$120 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 29.One-way flight with Flybondi.Outbound indirect flight with Flybondi, departing from El Calafate on Fri, Aug 29, arriving in Mendoza.Price includes taxes and charges.From $120, select.
Mendoza.$122 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 10.One-way flight with Aerolineas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with Aerolineas Argentinas, departing from El Calafate on Mon, Nov 10, arriving in Mendoza.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.
Mendoza.$122 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 24.One-way flight with Aerolineas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with Aerolineas Argentinas, departing from El Calafate on Fri, Oct 24, arriving in Mendoza.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from El Calafate to Mendoza

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like El Calafate to Mendoza flights are currently cheapest in March.
May
from $149
Jun
from $98
Jul
from $129
Aug
from $120
Sep
from $127
Oct
from $122
Nov
from $122
Dec
from $88
Jan
from $112
Feb
from $112
Mar
from $84
Apr
from $123

El Calafate to Mendoza: Alternative routes

Compare routes from El Calafate to Mendoza below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Mendoza.

El Calafate to Mendoza: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$84
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from El Calafate to Mendoza: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from El Calafate to Mendoza is $223. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from El Calafate to Mendoza. But we found flights with one or more stops from $223.
There are no flights flying from El Calafate to Mendoza, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from El Calafate to Mendoza is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from El Calafate Airport to Mendoza Airport on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between El Calafate Airport and Mendoza Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mendoza but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mendoza is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aerolineas Argentinas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mendoza.

Traveling from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ): what you need to know

  • Mendoza's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as El Calafate.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your FTE to MDZ flight.

  • During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from El Calafate Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport. Jorge Newbery Airport is a top stopover on the FTE to MDZ route.

How to find the cheapest flights from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)

  • At the moment, $84 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way El Calafate Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $223. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from FTE to MDZ, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from El Calafate Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport.

  • Landing cheap flights from FTE to MDZ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from El Calafate Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport.

Handy information about El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • 85.18% of flights departing from El Calafate Airport land at their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from FTE.

  • El Calafate Airport is about 13 miles from central El Calafate. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

Arriving at El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)

  • Consider booking a hotel near MDZ if you're on a late El Calafate Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up an El Plumerillo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from rentar low cost, CORDOBA RENT A CAR or Fit and explore beyond Mendoza's main sights.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your ride from El Plumerillo International Airport around three weeks in advance.

Getting from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza

  • El Plumerillo International Airport is approximately 6 miles from central Mendoza. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from El Calafate Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Mendoza in April.

  • The warmest month in Mendoza is January, with temperatures ranging between 63ºF and 90ºF. Book your flights from El Calafate Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FTE to MDZ in July. Average temperatures are between 34ºF and 59ºF then.

Explore more of Argentina

  • Mendoza has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Argentina waiting to be discovered. Around 95 miles north of Mendoza, a trip to San Juan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Cerro Mercedario, Parque de Mayo and Casa Natal de Sarmiento.

  • San Luis is another standout destination in Argentina and is around 150 miles east of Mendoza. No trip is complete without dropping by Parque Nacional Sierra de las Quijadas, PLAZA PRINGLES and Iglesia Catedral de San Luis.

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