Flying from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to Iguazu Airport (IGR): what you need to know
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 catch your FTE to IGR flight.
During popular months like November, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from El Calafate Airport to Iguazu Airport. Many travellers pass through Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to Iguazu Airport (IGR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Calafate Airport to Iguazu Airport flight is $91. A return plane ticket is currently $328. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FTE to IGR if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from El Calafate Airport to Iguazu Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about El Calafate Airport (FTE)
When it comes to El Calafate Airport's on-time performance, data shows 53% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central El Calafate to El Calafate Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Arriving at Iguazu Airport (IGR)
After your El Calafate Airport to Iguazu Airport flight has landed, relax at a nearby hotel. Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls is a good option within easy reach of IGR.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Iguazu Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Fit or Cactus and explore beyond Puerto Iguazú's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Iguazu Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Iguazu Airport (IGR) to central Puerto Iguazú
From Iguazu Airport, Puerto Iguazú is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Iguazu Airport (IGR)
The quietest month for a flight from El Calafate Airport to Iguazu Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Puerto Iguazú based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from El Calafate Airport to Iguazu Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Puerto Iguazú, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FTE to IGR in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Argentina
Resistencia is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Puerto Iguazú. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Centro Cultural Marechal, Parque Nacional El Impenetrable and Museo de las Esculturas Urbanas del Mundo.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Puerto Iguazú, Corrientes is another favourite stop in Argentina. No visit is complete without checking out Esteros de Ibera, Museo del Carnaval y Chamamé Casa Ñanderecó and Catedral de Corrientes.