Travelling from Cordoba Airport (COR) to El Calafate Airport (FTE): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cordoba Airport to El Calafate Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
To ensure you get on your COR to FTE flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Jetting into El Calafate (and then discovering more of Argentina!) is a snap with Aerolineas Argentinas. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cordoba Airport to El Calafate Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Aerolineas Argentinas on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for COR to FTE flights is Aerolineas Argentinas.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Cordoba Airport to El Calafate Airport. Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport is a top stopover on the COR to FTE route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cordoba Airport (COR) to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cordoba Airport to El Calafate Airport flight is $204. A return plane ticket is currently $424. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from COR to FTE by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
March is the cheapest month for flights from Cordoba Airport to El Calafate Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from COR to FTE by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cordoba Airport to El Calafate Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cordoba Airport (COR)
77% of flights taking off from Cordoba Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Cordoba Airport from central Cordoba, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near COR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cordoba Airport to El Calafate Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Travel at your own pace with a El Calafate Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, FlexWays or Sixt and experience more of El Calafate and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from El Calafate Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
November is the busiest month for flights from Cordoba Airport to El Calafate Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to El Calafate in March.
When reserving your flight from Cordoba Airport to El Calafate Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in El Calafate, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 17ºC (63ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from COR to FTE in July. Average temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Argentina
El Calafate has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Argentina you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres south-east of El Calafate, a trip to Rio Gallegos will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Laguna Azul, Museo Marítimo y Naval de la Patagonia Austral and Museo de Arte Eduardo Minnicelli.
Around 499 kilometres south-east of El Calafate, Rio Grande is another favourite stop in Argentina. Experience major highlights starting with Casa Museo Shanti, Reserva Natural Urbana - Laguna de los Patos and Viejo puente colgante. Punto historico.