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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ushuaia to El Calafate:

• Earliest: departs at 9:20 am and lands at 10:40 am
• Latest: departs at 6:40 pm and lands at 8:00 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 20m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class

A nonstop flight from Ushuaia to El Calafate takes 1h 20m, covering 352 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Ushuaia to El Calafate range from $209 to $383, with an average of $286 over the past 12 months. Anything below $209 counts as a good deal.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $20–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Aerolineas Argentinas and Flybondi. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Ushuaia to El Calafate flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Ushuaia to El Calafate are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $103, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Ushuaia to El Calafate usually depart from Ushuaia Malvinas Argentinas (USH) and arrive at El Calafate (FTE).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Ushuaia to El Calafate route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 43m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Ushuaia to El Calafate. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $235 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $333, a difference of $98.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Aerolineas Argentinas operates flights between Ushuaia and El Calafate.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Aerolineas Argentinas: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Flybondi: a checked bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Sports equipment is considered special baggage and must be transported in the hold on Aerolineas Argentineas flights. In your sports luggage, you can carry one pair of skis or a snowboard, a pair of boots, poles, and a helmet. Special baggage can be purchased up to 3 hours before departure or when you arrive at the airport.

Since this is a domestic flight within Argentina, there is no visa or paperwork required before your flight. The entry stamp that you receive upon arrival in Argentina is valid for a 90-day stay in the country. You will need your valid passport and at least one blank page for the entry and exit stamps.

People with disabilities should contact Aerolineas Argentineas at least 48 hours before the flight to request any special assistance. From here you can request a wheelchair from them, or choose to bring your own. In the case that you bring your own, you must first fill out a form to see if it meets their requirements. If you have any illnesses or conditions, you may have to provide a doctor's note stating that you are fit to fly.

El Calafate Airport is around 13 miles from the main part of the city. A shared van transfer is a convenient way to reach the city. At counter 4 in the baggage claim area, you can book a ride through Ves Patagonia. The trip takes 30 to 45 minutes and children up to 4 years travel for free. Travelers visiting the popular village of El Chalten also have the option of a shared van transfer with Lengas. These vans leave every half hour and the trip takes around 3 hours to reach the village.