# El Calafate Airport Transfer Guide (FTE) 本文件提供中文说明与当前英文指南原文。详细机场内容为英文，并非经过核实的完整中文翻译；请以实时预订流程确认价格、可用性及服务条款。 How to get from El Calafate airport to town, El Chaltén and the Perito Moreno Glacier: arrivals desks, shuttle, taxi, transfers and tips. **Airport:** FTE **City:** El Calafate **Country:** Argentina **URL:** https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte **Last updated:** 2026-10-26 Prices and transport schedules in this editorial guide are indicative. Confirm current public transport fares with the operator. Current transfer prices, availability and terms are shown in the live booking flow. ## Main Guide ### Quick answer El Calafate International Airport (FTE), also called Comandante Armando Tola, lies about 16.5 km east-northeast of the town of El Calafate, according to the airport's technical data. Our route database estimates about 16 km and about 24 minutes by road to the city centre. The airport lists transfer desks in the arrivals area: a shuttle to El Calafate, a taxi desk, a bus service to El Chaltén and sellers of excursions. It also lists car rental desks. Fares are not published by the airport, which asks you to reconfirm them with each provider. If you are going straight to your accommodation in El Calafate, the choice is between the shuttle desk, a taxi or a pre-booked private transfer. If your destination is El Chaltén or the Perito Moreno Glacier, the road is much longer, so decide how you will get there before you land. ### What actually happens after landing After landing you collect your bags and walk into the arrivals area, where the transfer desks are located. The airport states that luggage carts are available for passengers and that there is an ATM near the departures access, in the public area. There is no currency exchange at the airport; the airport FAQ says exchange houses are in the town of El Calafate. If you need cash on arrival, the ATM is the option the airport lists. Free Wi-Fi is listed in all areas. The airport also lists food items you should not carry into Patagonia: red meats, sausages, home-made products, fruits, vegetables and plants. Check the rules before you pack. For flight information, the airport has a customer service centre, reachable at (2902) 491220 between 7 am and 9 pm, according to its FAQ. Allow time for the baggage hall before you assume a fixed pick-up time. If your flight is delayed, tell your transfer provider, or check the booking confirmation for how delays are handled. ### Transport options explained honestly **Shuttle to El Calafate:** The airport lists a shuttle desk in the arrivals area. Ask the desk how the service works, the current fare and where it stops. **Taxis and remises:** A taxi desk is listed in the arrivals zone. The airport says to reconfirm the fare with the provider. Agree how the fare is worked out, and the total, before you set off. **Bus to El Chaltén:** The airport lists a bus desk for El Chaltén in the arrivals area. Ask there for departure times, as they are set by the operator. **Pre-booked private transfer:** The price is confirmed when you book. If meet-and-greet is included in your booking, the driver meets you at arrivals as stated in your booking confirmation. This suits groups, families and destinations beyond the town. **Rental cars:** Several car rental desks operate in the arrivals area. If you plan to drive to the glacier or to El Chaltén, check the rental terms for distance and roads. **Excursions:** Sellers in the arrivals area also sell excursions and tickets to other destinations from El Calafate. ### Realistic pricing expectations Fares for the shuttle, taxis and bus are not listed here, because the airport does not publish them and no official fare table was found. The airport says to reconfirm fares with the provider, so ask at the desk before you pay. For a pre-booked transfer, the price is shown when you request a quote on this page and is confirmed at booking. On arrival, the airport lists an ATM near the departures access and no currency exchange; exchange houses are in the town. Check with your bank about card and withdrawal fees before you travel. ### Late night arrivals The airport's technical data lists air traffic service hours of 07:00 to 23:00 UTC. It does not publish a separate terminal opening schedule that we could find, so check your flight's actual landing time on the airport's flight tracker. Transfer desks may not all be staffed at the hour you land. The airport does not say what hours they operate, so the safest plan for a late arrival is one that is arranged before you fly: a pre-booked transfer with a confirmed arrangement. Tell the provider your flight number when you book, and check the booking confirmation for how delays are handled. Have your accommodation address and phone number saved on your phone. ### Families and luggage The airport lists luggage carts for passengers and access for reduced mobility in all areas. For baby-changing rooms and other family facilities, ask at the customer service window; none are described on the official pages we checked. Most of the journey is the road, not the airport. El Calafate town is about 16 km away by our route estimate, which is a short ride; El Chaltén and the glacier are much further. Plan food and water for children on longer trips. If you need a child seat, request it when you book a private transfer and give the child's age and weight. Do not assume a taxi or shuttle will have one. No official statement on child-seat rules for taxis in Argentina was found, so ask the provider before you travel. With strollers and several bags, a taxi or a pre-booked transfer straight to the door is usually easier than a shuttle. ### Where you meet the driver For a pre-booked transfer, the meeting point and driver details are given in your booking confirmation. If meet-and-greet is included, follow those instructions; if not, the booking confirmation says where to meet. The transfer desks listed by the airport are in the arrivals area, so look for them after you collect your bags. If you cannot find your driver, use the customer service window in the terminal. Do not confuse the desks with a private transfer. A booked driver is separate from the desks that sell shuttle seats, taxis and excursions. ### Decision helper **Use the shuttle desk if:** you are travelling light to the town and have checked the current fare and drop-off points at the desk. **Take a taxi or remis if:** you want to go straight to your address and are happy to agree how the fare is worked out before you start. **Book a private transfer if:** you are in a group, travelling with children or a lot of luggage, heading to a place the shuttle does not serve, or arriving late, and you want the arrangement confirmed before you fly. **Use the El Chaltén bus desk if:** you are going to El Chaltén on a scheduled bus. Check departure times with the operator. **Hire a car if:** you plan to drive to the glacier yourself. Check the rental terms first. ## Summary El Calafate airport is a short ride from town but a long road from the glacier and El Chaltén. For a smooth arrival, decide before you fly how you will make the last stretch. ## Sources (checked 2026-10-27) - Airport transfer desks in the arrivals area (shuttle to El Calafate, taxis, bus to El Chaltén, excursion sellers), car rental desks, free Wi-Fi, ATM, access for reduced mobility, advice to reconfirm fares with the provider: https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/servicios.php - Airport FAQ (customer service hours, no currency exchange at the airport, ATM near departures, luggage carts, food items not to carry into Patagonia): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/information.php - Airport technical data (airfield 16.5 km east-northeast of El Calafate, air traffic service hours 07:00-23:00 UTC): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/airport.php - National Parks (Los Glaciares): road access via RP 11 to the Perito Moreno Glacier area, 80 km from El Calafate, entrance fee area: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/horarios-como-llegar-0 - National Parks (Los Glaciares): Perito Moreno access portal about 50 km from El Calafate, regular buses from the bus terminal, remises or organised excursions: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/actividades - Approximate distance and driving time to El Calafate city centre (route estimate, not measured live): AirportTransferPortal route database, checked 2026-10-27 ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: How far is El Calafate airport from the town?** The airport's technical data places the airfield 16.5 km east-northeast of El Calafate. Our route database estimates about 16 km and about 24 minutes by road to the city centre. **Q: How do I get from El Calafate airport to the centre?** The airport lists a shuttle desk, a taxi desk and rental cars in the arrivals area. You can also pre-book a private transfer. Ask at each desk for the current fare. **Q: Is there a bus from the airport to El Chaltén?** The airport lists a bus desk for El Chaltén in the arrivals area. Departure times are set by the operator, so ask at the desk. **Q: How far is the Perito Moreno Glacier from El Calafate?** The National Parks page gives 80 km from El Calafate along RP 11 to the glacier area, and describes the access portal as about 50 km from the town. Visiting requires a park entrance fee. **Q: Is there an ATM or currency exchange at the airport?** The airport has an ATM near the departures access in the public area. There is no currency exchange at the airport; exchange houses are in the town. **Q: Does the airport have Wi-Fi?** Yes. The airport lists free Wi-Fi in all areas. **Q: How much is a taxi from El Calafate airport?** The airport does not publish a fare and asks you to reconfirm the fare with the provider. Ask how it is calculated and the total before you set off. **Q: Can I bring fruit or meat into Patagonia?** The airport lists red meats, sausages, home-made products, fruits, vegetables and plants as items not to carry into Patagonia. Check the current rules before you pack. **Q: Is there a luggage cart service?** Yes. The airport states that luggage carts are available for passengers. **Q: What are the airport's customer service hours?** The airport FAQ lists the Customer Services Centre at (2902) 491220 from 7 am to 9 pm, and a WhatsApp representative every day from 9:30 am to 9:30 pm. ## Arriving at El Calafate Airport Late at Night **URL:** https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte/late-night El Calafate airport lists air traffic service hours of 07:00 to 23:00 UTC. It does not publish a terminal opening schedule that we could find, so check your flight's actual landing time on the airport's flight tracker. ## What is not confirmed The airport lists transfer desks in the arrivals area but does not say what hours they operate. Do not count on a desk being staffed when you land late. The airport also says fares should be reconfirmed with each provider. ## Taxis A taxi desk is listed in the arrivals zone. Agree how the fare is worked out, and the total, before you set off. Have your address saved on your phone. ## Pre-booked transfers A pre-booked transfer is arranged before you fly. Give your flight number and address at booking, and check your booking confirmation for how delays are handled and where to meet. If meet-and-greet is included in your booking, the driver meets you as stated there. ## The road El Calafate town is about 16 km from the airport by our route estimate, about 24 minutes. El Chaltén and the Perito Moreno Glacier are much further. ## At the airport Free Wi-Fi is listed in all areas, and there is an ATM near the departures access. There is no currency exchange at the airport. ## The bottom line A late arrival is easier when the ride is arranged before you fly. Do not rely on a desk or shuttle schedule you have not confirmed. ## Sources (checked 2026-10-27) - Airport transfer desks in the arrivals area (shuttle to El Calafate, taxis, bus to El Chaltén, excursion sellers), car rental desks, free Wi-Fi, ATM, access for reduced mobility, advice to reconfirm fares with the provider: https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/servicios.php - Airport FAQ (customer service hours, no currency exchange at the airport, ATM near departures, luggage carts, food items not to carry into Patagonia): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/information.php - Airport technical data (airfield 16.5 km east-northeast of El Calafate, air traffic service hours 07:00-23:00 UTC): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/airport.php - National Parks (Los Glaciares): road access via RP 11 to the Perito Moreno Glacier area, 80 km from El Calafate, entrance fee area: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/horarios-como-llegar-0 - National Parks (Los Glaciares): Perito Moreno access portal about 50 km from El Calafate, regular buses from the bus terminal, remises or organised excursions: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/actividades - Approximate distance and driving time to El Calafate city centre (route estimate, not measured live): AirportTransferPortal route database, checked 2026-10-27 ## Taxi vs Transfer at El Calafate Airport **URL:** https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte/taxi-vs-transfer El Calafate airport lists a shuttle desk, a taxi desk and a bus desk for El Chaltén in the arrivals area, and many visitors also pre-book a private transfer. Which one fits depends on where you are going and what you carry. ## When the shuttle makes sense The shuttle runs to El Calafate. It may suit solo travellers with light luggage. Ask the desk for the current fare and where it stops, because the airport asks you to reconfirm fares with each provider. ## When a taxi is the right call A taxi goes to your address. The airport does not publish a fare, so agree how the fare is calculated, and the total, before you set off. ## When a pre-booked transfer makes sense **Groups:** a larger vehicle can be arranged in advance for everyone together. **Beyond the town:** El Chaltén and the Perito Moreno Glacier are much further than the town. A transfer can be arranged for these routes. **Children:** request a child seat when you book and give the child's age and weight. **Late arrivals:** the arrangement is confirmed before you fly. Check the booking confirmation for how delays are handled. **Price:** it is confirmed when you book, so you know the amount before you travel. ## Meeting your driver If meet-and-greet is included in your booking, the driver meets you as stated in the booking confirmation. If not, the confirmation says where to meet. ## The bottom line For a simple ride to town with light luggage, the shuttle or a taxi works. For groups, children, longer routes or a late arrival, a pre-booked transfer saves uncertainty. ## Sources (checked 2026-10-27) - Airport transfer desks in the arrivals area (shuttle to El Calafate, taxis, bus to El Chaltén, excursion sellers), car rental desks, free Wi-Fi, ATM, access for reduced mobility, advice to reconfirm fares with the provider: https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/servicios.php - Airport FAQ (customer service hours, no currency exchange at the airport, ATM near departures, luggage carts, food items not to carry into Patagonia): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/information.php - Airport technical data (airfield 16.5 km east-northeast of El Calafate, air traffic service hours 07:00-23:00 UTC): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/airport.php - National Parks (Los Glaciares): road access via RP 11 to the Perito Moreno Glacier area, 80 km from El Calafate, entrance fee area: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/horarios-como-llegar-0 - National Parks (Los Glaciares): Perito Moreno access portal about 50 km from El Calafate, regular buses from the bus terminal, remises or organised excursions: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/actividades - Approximate distance and driving time to El Calafate city centre (route estimate, not measured live): AirportTransferPortal route database, checked 2026-10-27 ## El Calafate Airport with Children and Family **URL:** https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte/family-and-kids El Calafate airport lists luggage carts for passengers and access for reduced mobility in all areas. For baby-changing rooms and other family facilities, ask at the customer service window; none are described on the official pages we checked. ## Getting to the accommodation with children The town is about 16 km away by our route estimate, about 24 minutes. El Chaltén and the Perito Moreno Glacier are much further, so plan food and water on longer trips. **Shuttle:** listed in the arrivals area. Ask the desk for the fare and drop-off points. With strollers and bags, check how luggage is handled. **Taxi:** goes to your address. The airport does not publish a fare, so agree how it is calculated, and the total, before you set off. **Pre-booked transfer:** request a child seat when booking and give your child's age and weight. A larger vehicle can be requested for strollers and bags. Check your booking confirmation for the meeting point. ## Child seat rules No official statement on child-seat rules for taxis in Argentina was found. Ask your transfer provider what is arranged, and do not assume a taxi or shuttle has a seat. ## Practical tips Free Wi-Fi is listed in all areas, which helps if you need to message your driver. Have your accommodation address saved on your phone. ## Sources (checked 2026-10-27) - Airport transfer desks in the arrivals area (shuttle to El Calafate, taxis, bus to El Chaltén, excursion sellers), car rental desks, free Wi-Fi, ATM, access for reduced mobility, advice to reconfirm fares with the provider: https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/servicios.php - Airport FAQ (customer service hours, no currency exchange at the airport, ATM near departures, luggage carts, food items not to carry into Patagonia): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/information.php - Airport technical data (airfield 16.5 km east-northeast of El Calafate, air traffic service hours 07:00-23:00 UTC): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/airport.php - National Parks (Los Glaciares): road access via RP 11 to the Perito Moreno Glacier area, 80 km from El Calafate, entrance fee area: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/horarios-como-llegar-0 - National Parks (Los Glaciares): Perito Moreno access portal about 50 km from El Calafate, regular buses from the bus terminal, remises or organised excursions: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/actividades - Approximate distance and driving time to El Calafate city centre (route estimate, not measured live): AirportTransferPortal route database, checked 2026-10-27 ## Getting from El Calafate Airport to Town: What to Check **URL:** https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte/cost-to-city This page does not give fares, because the airport does not publish them and no official fare table was found. What it gives is distances and what to check. ## Distances The airport's technical data places the airfield 16.5 km east-northeast of El Calafate. Our route database (estimates, not live) gives about 16 km and about 24 minutes to El Calafate city centre. For El Chaltén and the Perito Moreno Glacier we have active routes but no distance estimate on file; check the journey time with your provider. The National Parks page gives 80 km from El Calafate along RP 11 to the Perito Moreno Glacier area, and the access portal as about 50 km from the town. These distances start from the town, not the airport. ## Shuttle, taxi and bus The airport lists these in the arrivals area and asks you to reconfirm fares with each provider. Ask the desk for the current fare before you pay. ## Pre-booked transfer The price is shown when you request a quote on this page and is confirmed at booking. Areas with active routes from the airport in our system: El Calafate city centre, El Chaltén and the Perito Moreno Glacier. Availability is confirmed when you book. ## Other costs Visiting the Perito Moreno area involves a park entrance fee, according to National Parks. The airport lists an ATM near the departures access and no currency exchange. Check card fees with your bank. ## The bottom line The town is a short ride; the glacier and El Chaltén are long roads. For the longer routes, a fixed, confirmed price before you fly helps. ## Sources (checked 2026-10-27) - Airport transfer desks in the arrivals area (shuttle to El Calafate, taxis, bus to El Chaltén, excursion sellers), car rental desks, free Wi-Fi, ATM, access for reduced mobility, advice to reconfirm fares with the provider: https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/servicios.php - Airport FAQ (customer service hours, no currency exchange at the airport, ATM near departures, luggage carts, food items not to carry into Patagonia): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/information.php - Airport technical data (airfield 16.5 km east-northeast of El Calafate, air traffic service hours 07:00-23:00 UTC): https://aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/airport.php - National Parks (Los Glaciares): road access via RP 11 to the Perito Moreno Glacier area, 80 km from El Calafate, entrance fee area: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/horarios-como-llegar-0 - National Parks (Los Glaciares): Perito Moreno access portal about 50 km from El Calafate, regular buses from the bus terminal, remises or organised excursions: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/patagonia-austral/parque-nacional-los-glaciares/actividades - Approximate distance and driving time to El Calafate city centre (route estimate, not measured live): AirportTransferPortal route database, checked 2026-10-27 ## Published Guide Pages - https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte - https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte/late-night - https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte/taxi-vs-transfer - https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte/family-and-kids - https://www.airporttransferportal.com/airport-guides/fte/cost-to-city ## Booking and Support Search: https://www.airporttransferportal.com/search?airport=FTE Airport Transfer Portal is a marketplace; local operators fulfil the transfer. 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