Cheap Flights from Lima (LIM) to El Calafate (FTE)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lima to El Calafate flights are currently cheapest in November.

Lima to El Calafate: Alternative routes

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

Lima to El Calafate: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$222
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Lima to El Calafate is $543. 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 Lima to El Calafate. But we found flights with one or more stops from $543.
There are no flights flying from Lima to El Calafate, as of July 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Lima to El Calafate is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lima Airport to El Calafate Airport on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lima Airport and El Calafate 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 El Calafate 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 El Calafate 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 El Calafate.

Traveling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to El Calafate Airport (FTE): what you need to know

  • Your LIM to FTE flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Calafate Airport. Many travelers pass through Ministro Pistarini Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • Currently, $222 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Calafate Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $543. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LIM to FTE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Calafate Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LIM to FTE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Calafate Airport.

Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

  • Jorge Chavez International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LIM land on schedule 81.53% of the time.

  • To get to Jorge Chavez International Airport from central Lima, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 miles from the airport to the city center.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near LIM? If you're boarding an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Calafate Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • Pick up an El Calafate Airport rental car and discover El Calafate and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, FlexWays and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from El Calafate Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to central El Calafate

  • From El Calafate Airport, El Calafate is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.

When to fly to El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Calafate Airport. April is the most popular month to head to El Calafate. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in El Calafate is January, with the temperature ranging between 41ºF and 63ºF. Book your flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to El Calafate Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from LIM to FTE in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 25ºF and 37ºF on average.

Explore more of Argentina

  • Rio Gallegos is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of El Calafate. Around 160 miles away to the south-east, popular attractions include Laguna Azul, Museo de Arte Eduardo Minnicelli and Museo de los Pioneros.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Argentina, head for Rio Grande, about 310 miles south-east of El Calafate. Museo Municipal Virginia Choquintel, Museo Fueguino de Arte and Lighthouse Cabo Domingo are among its highlights.

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