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Cheapest round-trip
$1,699
Typical prices: $1,559-$2,204
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Sun 1/7Sun 3/4
LAX - FTE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$652
Typical prices: $534-$1,475
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Tue 11/13
LAX - FTE • 3 stops
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 10% price drop
February
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to El Calafate (LAX-FTE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to El Calafate

Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Mar 4
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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6:25 pm - 9:41 pmFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
32h 16m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Cancun
$1,699Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Wed, Mar 3
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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6:15 pm - 9:41 pmFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
32h 26m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Cancun
$1,704Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Feb 28
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:55 pm - 9:41 pmFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
29h 46m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Cancun
$1,775Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 3 - Thu, Mar 4
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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6:25 pm - 9:41 pmFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
32h 16m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Cancun
$1,803Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 3 - Wed, Mar 3
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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6:15 pm - 9:41 pmFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
32h 26m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Cancun
$1,808Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Mar 2
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:27 am - 10:50 pmFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
43h 23m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Mexico City Benito Juarez
$1,851Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Mar 1
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:27 am - 7:55 amFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
52h 28m2 stops Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Mexico City Benito Juarez
$1,852Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Fri, Feb 26
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:27 am - 9:45 pmFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
42h 18m2 stops Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Mexico City Benito Juarez
$1,870Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Feb 27
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:27 am - 7:55 amFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
52h 28m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Mexico City Benito Juarez
$1,875Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 3 - Sun, Feb 28
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1:55 pm - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FTE El Calafate
22h 55m1 stop Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:55 pm - 9:41 pmFTE  El Calafate-LAX Los Angeles
29h 46m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Cancun
$1,878Multiple Airlines
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Key details for Los Angeles to El Calafate flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$652
Flight from Los Angeles to El Calafate

When to book flights from Los Angeles to El Calafate

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to El Calafate based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to El Calafate flight questions, answered

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to El Calafate:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to El Calafate flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to El Calafate range from $1,559 to $2,204, with an average of $1,735 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,559 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles 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 $1,699 to $9,386. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to El Calafate looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to El Calafate are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $794, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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

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

    Flights from Los Angeles to El Calafate usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at El Calafate (FTE).

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Los Angeles to El Calafate route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,161 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,060, a difference of $899. 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 is the time difference between Los Angeles and El Calafate?

    El Calafate is 4 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Argentina Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles 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 Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,161 - about $899 less than Monday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to El Calafate trip for March. Fares historically average $1,559 round-trip in that month - typically $658 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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