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El Calafate.P14,130 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec, returning Tue, 16 Dec.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From P14,130, select.
El Calafate.P14,712 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From P14,712, select.
El Calafate.P15,700 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov, returning Sat, 13 Dec.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From P15,700, select.
El Calafate.P17,780 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,780, select.
El Calafate.P19,272 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From P19,272, select.
El Calafate.P21,788 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec, returning Mon, 12 Jan.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,788, select.
El Calafate.P24,992 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from El Calafate on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From P24,992, select.
El Calafate.P25,775 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas and Aerolineas Argentinas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in El Calafate.Inbound indirect flight with Aerolineas Argentinas, departs from El Calafate on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From P25,775, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate flights are currently cheapest in December.
Aug
from P30,066
Sep
from P25,775
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from P19,272
Nov
from P14,712
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Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate: Alternative routes

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

Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundP14,130
Cheapest month to flyDecember

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate is P14,130. 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 Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate. But we found flights with one stop from P14,130.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to El Calafate Airport on Saturday, 13 December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rio de Janeiro 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to El Calafate is JetSmart .

Flying from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport (FTE): What you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport (FTE).

  • El Calafate (where El Calafate Airport is located) and Rio De Janeiro share the UTC-3 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to FTE, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • With more travellers during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Whether you'd like to discover another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to FTE.

  • The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:

  • When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in about 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 5 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Rio De Janeiro to FTE flight? Relax in a hotel near Santos Dumont Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance of 78.67%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

About El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • Grab an El Calafate Airport rental car and explore El Calafate and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, FlexWays and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport flight.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • P7,039 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport. A return flight starts at P14,130. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to FTE if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • Cheap Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to FTE.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport.

The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport (FTE)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport (FTE). August is the peak month for travel to El Calafate. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.

  • When booking your Rio De Janeiro to FTE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in El Calafate, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 17ºC (63ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport in July when temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about El Calafate

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in El Calafate right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Calafate Airport:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Los Glaciares, Mirador Lago Argentino and Mirador Puesta de Sol are attractions you won't want to skip in El Calafate.

Explore more of Argentina

  • Rio Gallegos is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of El Calafate. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Laguna Azul, Museo Marítimo y Naval de la Patagonia Austral and Monumento a la Mujer.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in Argentina, head for Rio Turbio, about 137 kilometres south of El Calafate. PLAZA SANTA CRUZ, Acceso peatonal de la Diversidad Carlos Torres and Plaza Centenario del Carbón are key highlights.

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