Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to El Calafate Airport (FTE): what you need to know
Leave plenty of time to catch your MAD to FTE flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Calafate Airport. Many travellers pass through Ministro Pistarini Airport when flying between MAD and FTE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Calafate Airport flight is ₹ 67,979. A return fare is currently ₹ 126,143. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAD to FTE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Calafate Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAD to FTE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Calafate Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the flights that depart from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on schedule at their destination.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Calafate Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an El Calafate Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, FlexWays or Sixt and chase adventure across El Calafate and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from El Calafate Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to central El Calafate
El Calafate Airport to the centre of El Calafate has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When to fly to El Calafate Airport (FTE)
April is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Calafate Airport. For smaller crowds, go to El Calafate in February.
The warmest month in El Calafate is January, with the temperature ranging between 5ºC and 17ºC. Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Calafate Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between -4ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAD to FTE sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Argentina
You've seen El Calafate, now it's time to explore more of Argentina. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Rio Gallegos to tick off its leading attractions. From Laguna Azul to Museo de Arte Eduardo Minnicelli and Museo de los Pioneros, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Argentina, consider Rio Grande, roughly 499 kilometres south-east of El Calafate. Museo Municipal Virginia Choquintel, Museo Fueguino de Arte and Lighthouse Cabo Domingo are among the biggest draws.
