Flying from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Sao Paulo and El Calafate (where El Calafate Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from FTE to Sao Paulo. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You won't need a visa for Brazil if you have a passport from Argentina and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from El Calafate Airport to Sao Paulo, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
FTE is around 21 kilometres from central El Calafate. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from El Calafate Airport to Sao Paulo is Rs51,184. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs81,573. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from FTE to Sao Paulo. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from El Calafate Airport to Sao Paulo is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from El Calafate Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
As soon as your flight from El Calafate Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 17 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 34 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from FTE to Sao Paulo:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from El Calafate Airport to Sao Paulo while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from El Calafate Airport to Sao Paulo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from FTE to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from El Calafate Airport to Sao Paulo, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
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