ORD - FTE

$1,107 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to El Calafate - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$1,651
Typical prices: $1,392-$1,599
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/5Sat 10/13
ORD - FTE • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$1,107
Typical prices: $511-$625
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/26
ORD - FTE • 3 stops
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to El Calafate!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Chicago to El Calafate (ORD-FTE)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to El Calafate

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 7:49 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
24h 19m2 stops Punta Cana Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:29 am - 12:55 amFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 26m3 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$1,651Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 7:47 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
24h 27m2 stops Punta Cana Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:27 am - 9:30 pmFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 03m3 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$1,818Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 14 - Thu, Mar 25
Avianca Logo
11:30 pm - 8:40 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
55h 10m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
Avianca Logo
6:25 pm - 9:30 pmFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 05m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Bogotá El Dorado
$1,901Avianca
Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 7:47 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
24h 27m3 stops Punta Cana Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:27 am - 9:30 pmFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 03m3 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$2,078Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 1:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
36h 15m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 8:30 pmFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 00m3 stops Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Bogotá El Dorado
$2,212Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 8:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
31h 00m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 8:30 pmFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 10m3 stops San Carlos de Bariloche Teniente Luis Candelaria Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Bogotá El Dorado
$2,230Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:20 am - 7:46 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
24h 26m2 stops Punta Cana Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 8:30 pmFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 10m2 stops Cordoba Pajas Blancas Bogotá El Dorado
$2,261Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 2:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
63h 40m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:29 am - 12:55 amFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 26m3 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$2,372Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 11:40 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
34h 10m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 8:30 pmFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 35m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Bogotá El Dorado
$2,452Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 7:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FTE El Calafate
30h 00m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 8:30 pmFTE  El Calafate-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 10m2 stops Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Bogotá El Dorado
$2,549Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate with more confidence.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate?

Avianca ($1,901) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate in the last 5 days.

Find deals

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate flights

Cheapest flight

$1,107
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate

When to book flights from Chicago to El Calafate

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to El Calafate based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at El Calafate (FTE).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,003 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,602, a difference of $599. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,651 to $6,542. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,867, which is 220% above the typical average for this route.

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and El Calafate?

    El Calafate is 2 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Argentina Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at El Calafate Airport (FTE)?

    El Calafate Airport (FTE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Street Rent a Car
    • FlexWays
    • Sixt
    • Localiza

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Calafate flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,003 - about $599 less than Tuesday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.

More options for your flight from Chicago to El Calafate

Complete your trip to El Calafate with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in El Calafate
Hotels in El Calafate