Flying from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is two hours behind El Calafate.
Your FTE to LIM flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like November, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Calafate Airport (FTE) to Lima Airport (LIM)
At the moment, £198 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Calafate Airport to Lima Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £489. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FTE to LIM if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from El Calafate Airport to Lima Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from FTE to LIM.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from El Calafate Airport to Lima Airport.
Handy information about El Calafate Airport (FTE)
53% of flights departing from El Calafate Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central El Calafate to El Calafate Airport is around 21 kms (13 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
Consider booking a hotel near LIM if you're taking a late El Calafate Airport to Lima Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lima Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Lima's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Lima Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Lima Airport, Lima is approximately 13 kms (8 miles) away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from El Calafate Airport to Lima Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Lima. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from El Calafate Airport to Lima Airport for February if you'd like to visit Lima during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 26ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from FTE to LIM around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
Lima has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Peru just waiting to be discovered. Around 11 kms (7 miles) west of Lima, a visit to Callao will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Peru, head for Trujillo, about 483 kms (300 miles) north-west of Lima. Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco are among its highlights.
