The airport is about 23 km from El Calafate town; taxis and shuttle buses are available.
Things to do at Comandante A. Tola Airport (FTE)
Comandante A. Tola AirportFTE
At the airport
Things to do in Comandante A. Tola Airport
El Calafate Airport is the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park and Perito Moreno Glacier — one of the world's few still-advancing glaciers, a 5-km wide wall of blue-white ice that periodically ruptures into the turquoise waters of Lago Argentino with thunderous calves of ice the size of apartment buildings. Walkways bring you within meters of the glacier face; boat tours navigate to the ice wall's base. El Chaltén, 200 km north, is the trekking capital of Patagonia with the iconic Fitz Roy and Torre circuits.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Comandante A. Tola Airport
- Half-day and full-day Perito Moreno tours from El Calafate are offered by most operators — the glacier walkway package is the standard and worth every peso.
- Patagonian weather is famously unpredictable — pack waterproof and wind-resistant layers regardless of what the forecast says.
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1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Comandante A. Tola Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestW Lounge El Calafate
At Comandante A. Tola Airport (FTE) in ElCalafate, Argentina, W Lounge El Calafate is located in the Main Terminal on the airside, making it a convenient stop once you’ve completed the required formalities. After you pass through passport control and the security check, continue into the departures area and head toward the boarding gates. This airport lounge is situated right next to gate 4, so it’s easy to find and ideal for travelers who want to relax close to their departure point. For the smoothest travel experience, allow a few extra minutes after security, then follow the gate signage to gate 4 and you’ll see the lounge nearby.Book Now
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