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Cheapest round-trip
$1,747
Typical prices: $1,696-$1,777
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Tue 12/4Wed 12/12
SFO - FTE • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$571
Typical prices: $998-$3,175
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Fri 4/6
SFO - FTE • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to El Calafate (SFO-FTE)

 

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Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 12
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10:46 pm - 1:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
34h 09m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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8:40 pm - 9:40 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
30h 00m3 stops Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$1,747Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 20
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9:15 am - 5:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
27h 35m3 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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7:20 am - 11:51 amFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
33h 31m3 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado Mexico City Benito Juarez
$2,053Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 20
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1:45 pm - 5:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
23h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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7:20 am - 11:51 amFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
33h 31m3 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado Mexico City Benito Juarez
$2,108Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12
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1:30 am - 3:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
33h 10m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
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8:41 am - 11:55 amFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
32h 14m3 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$2,181Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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12:33 am - 9:30 amSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
27h 57m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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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
$2,188Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12
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12:33 am - 10:55 amSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
29h 22m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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5:40 pm - 5:25 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
28h 45m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Panama City Tocumen Intl
$2,550Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 20
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1:45 pm - 5:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
23h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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8:56 am - 11:05 amFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
31h 09m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Toronto Pearson Intl
$2,670Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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1:45 pm - 8:30 amSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
37h 45m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
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7:25 pm - 9:40 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
31h 15m3 stops Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$2,726Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 23
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12:33 am - 11:40 amSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
30h 07m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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5:50 pm - 5:25 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
28h 35m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Panama City Tocumen Intl
$2,945Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
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7:36 pm - 10:55 amSFO  San Francisco-FTE El Calafate
34h 19m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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5:40 pm - 5:25 pmFTE  El Calafate-SFO San Francisco
28h 45m2 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Panama City Tocumen Intl
$3,461Multiple Airlines

Key details for San Francisco to El Calafate flights

Cheapest flight

$571
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • 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 $1,747 to $9,876. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $802, which is 46% 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
    • Localiza
    • Sixt

  • 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. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from San Francisco to El Calafate. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,696 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,777, a difference of $81.

    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 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,696, about $81 less than Monday fares (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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