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Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP)
Cheapest • Avg $498 (round-trip)
Cordoba Pajas Blancas (COR)
Shortest trip • 7h 07m (one-way)
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FTE  El Calafate-MDZ Mendoza El Plumerillo
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MDZ  Mendoza El Plumerillo-FTE El Calafate
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Price, demand and travel trends for El Calafate to Mendoza flights

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What is the most popular layover airport when flying from El Calafate to Mendoza?

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) is the most popular layover for the El Calafate to Mendoza route. 71% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via AEP.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from El Calafate to Mendoza?

Flights via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $498. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from El Calafate to Mendoza which airport offers the shortest layover?

Cordoba Pajas Blancas (COR) had the shortest average connection time for El Calafate to Mendoza layovers at 297 minutes over the past 3 months.

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When to book flights from El Calafate to Mendoza

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Your El Calafate to Mendoza flight questions, answered

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  • Which airports can I use when flying from El Calafate to Mendoza?

    Flights from El Calafate to Mendoza usually depart from El Calafate (FTE) and arrive at Mendoza El Plumerillo (MDZ).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from El Calafate to Mendoza?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from El Calafate to Mendoza.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from El Calafate to Mendoza pass through?

    One-stop flights from El Calafate to Mendoza most commonly connect through:

    • Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Cordoba Pajas Blancas (COR) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini (EZE) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from El Calafate to Mendoza?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 80% on the El Calafate to Mendoza route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $167 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $800, a difference of $633. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mendoza?

    Plaza Italia is one of the most viewed places in Mendoza on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from El Calafate to Mendoza?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from El Calafate to Mendoza. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 07m and 10h 32m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from El Calafate to Mendoza?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from El Calafate to Mendoza?

    Flying via Cordoba Pajas Blancas (COR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 07m, compared with 9h 45m via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) and 10h 32m via Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini (EZE).

  • What car rental options are available at Mendoza El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ)?

    Mendoza El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · FlexWays
    · Alamo
    · Street Rent a Car
    · Rentacar

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  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $167 - about $633 less than Saturday (79% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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El Calafate (FTE)
Mendoza (MDZ)