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Cheapest round-trip
$1,916
Typical prices: $1,696-$1,888
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Wed 9/19Wed 9/26
SFO - FTE • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$2,462
Typical prices: $791-$1,476
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Fri 11/23
SFO - FTE • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to El Calafate (SFO-FTE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to El Calafate

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
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4:40 pm - 7:30 amSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
58h 50m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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8:25 pm - 9:30 amFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
41h 05m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,916Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Mar 8
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8:25 am - 5:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
28h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:27 am - 11:05 amFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
31h 38m3 stops Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Toronto Pearson Intl
$2,013Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Mon, Mar 8
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12:42 am - 8:30 amSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
26h 48m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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9:05 pm - 9:35 amFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
41h 30m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Houston George Bush Intcntl
$2,052Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:42 pm - 2:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
62h 58m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Lima J Chavez Intl Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
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8:20 am - 10:51 amFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
31h 31m3 stops Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Houston George Bush Intcntl
$2,191Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Mar 8
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1:20 pm - 5:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
23h 30m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Lima J Chavez Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:27 am - 9:20 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
41h 53m3 stops Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Toronto Pearson Intl
$2,192Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Mar 8
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2:18 pm - 2:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
43h 27m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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9:05 pm - 9:35 amFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
41h 30m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Houston George Bush Intcntl
$2,399Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:42 pm - 2:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
62h 58m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Lima J Chavez Intl Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
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5:30 pm - 5:25 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
28h 55m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Panama City Tocumen Intl
$2,570Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Mar 8
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8:40 am - 2:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
49h 05m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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9:05 pm - 7:59 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
51h 54m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Mexico City Benito Juarez
$3,939Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 29
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4:40 pm - 9:30 amSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
59h 50m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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5:40 pm - 3:50 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
51h 10m3 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$4,070Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
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4:40 pm - 7:30 amSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
58h 50m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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8:25 pm - 9:10 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
52h 45m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Mexico City Benito Juarez
$4,159Multiple Airlines
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Cheapest flight

$1,916
Flight from San Francisco to El Calafate

When to book flights from San Francisco to El Calafate

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to El Calafate?

    Flights from San Francisco to El Calafate usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at El Calafate (FTE).

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the San Francisco to El Calafate route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,696 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,888, a difference of $192. 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 $1,916 to $8,852. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to El Calafate looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to El Calafate are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $4,307, which is 191% above the typical average for this route.

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and El Calafate?

    El Calafate is 4 hours ahead of San Francisco (Argentina Time vs Pacific 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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to El Calafate flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to El Calafate range from $1,696 to $1,888, with an average of $1,777 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,696 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco 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 Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,696 - about $192 less than Sunday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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San Francisco (SFO)
El Calafate (FTE)