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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Salta Airport to El Calafate Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,171. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
El Calafate.$489 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Salta on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $489, select.
El Calafate.$585 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Salta on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $585, select.
El Calafate.$603 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Salta on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $603, select.
El Calafate.$616 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Salta on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $616, select.
El Calafate.$627 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Salta on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $627, select.
El Calafate.$643 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Salta on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $643, select.
El Calafate.$693 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Salta on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $693, select.
El Calafate.$721 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Salta on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $721, select.
El Calafate.$912 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with JetSmart and Aerolíneas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Salta on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas, departs from El Calafate on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $912, select.
El Calafate.$1,012 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas, departs from Salta on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas, departs from El Calafate on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,012, select.
El Calafate.$1,061 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas, departs from Salta on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas, departs from El Calafate on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,061, select.
El Calafate.$1,171 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas, departs from Salta on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with Aerolíneas Argentinas, departs from El Calafate on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Salta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,171, select.

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Salta to El Calafate: Alternative routes

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Salta to El Calafate is $489. 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 Salta to El Calafate. But we found flights with one or more stops from $489.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Salta to El Calafate.
The cheapest month to fly from Salta to El Calafate is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salta Airport to El Calafate Airport on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Salta 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, JetSmart offers the cheapest flight tickets to El Calafate.

Flying from Salta Airport (SLA) to El Calafate Airport (FTE): what you need to know

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SLA to FTE flight.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you want to discover another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Salta Airport to El Calafate Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport is a popular stop between SLA and FTE.

How to find the cheapest flights from Salta Airport (SLA) to El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Salta Airport to El Calafate Airport flight is $179. A return ticket right now is $489. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SLA to FTE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Salta Airport to El Calafate Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.

  • Picking up cheap flights from SLA to FTE is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Salta Airport to El Calafate Airport.

Handy information about Salta Airport (SLA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Salta Airport, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Salta Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Salta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Salta Airport to El Calafate Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SLA:

Arriving at El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • Explore without limits with a El Calafate Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, FlexWays or Sixt and experience more of El Calafate and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from El Calafate Airport about three weeks before travelling.

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

  • From El Calafate Airport, El Calafate is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.

When to fly to El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Salta Airport to El Calafate Airport. November is the busiest month to head to El Calafate. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • When booking your flight from Salta Airport to El Calafate Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in El Calafate, with the temperature ranging from 5ºC to 17ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SLA to FTE in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC and 3ºC on average.

Explore more of Argentina

  • You've seen El Calafate, now it's time to discover more of Argentina. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Rio Gallegos to check off its top attractions. From Laguna Azul to Museo Marítimo y Naval de la Patagonia Austral and Museo de Arte Eduardo Minnicelli, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Rio Grande is another favourite destination in Argentina and is around 499 kilometres south-east of El Calafate. No trip is complete without seeing Casa Museo Shanti, Reserva Natural Urbana - Laguna de los Patos and Viejo puente colgante. Punto historico.

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