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El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport

El Calafate, Argentina669 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

FTE

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

SAWC

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

669 ft

The elevation is typical for the region.

Coordinates

-50.28, -72.05

El Calafate map position.

Airport scale

Regional Airport

The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport overview

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (FTE) serves El Calafate, Argentina. It is listed as a regional airport, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through FTE.

The airport sits at 669 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are -50.2803, -72.0534, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Argentina.

Nearby alternatives include 28 de Noviembre Airport (RYO) and Lieutenant Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across South America.

FTE planning callout

Traffic around large South American cities can be volatile; pre-booked transfers and extra arrival time are useful. For this page, compare FTE with nearby airport links and the Argentina country guide before finalizing route choices.

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport unique facts

FTE fact 1

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport uses IATA code FTE and ICAO code SAWC.

FTE fact 2

FTE serves El Calafate in Argentina.

FTE fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #29 by estimated passenger scale among listed Argentina airports.

FTE fact 4

Across South America, this airport ranks #275 in the current featured airport set.

FTE fact 5

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is classified as a regional airport, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

FTE fact 6

FTE sits 669 feet above sea level.

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport facilities

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport restaurants

At FTE, check whether dining is concentrated landside or airside before settling near the gate.

FTE lounges

For El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

FTE WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport.

El Calafate airport parking

For departures from El Calafate, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

FTE accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

FTE ATMs

ATMs are most useful for small arrival cash needs in Argentina; compare fees before withdrawing large amounts.

FTE currency exchange

Currency desks at El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

FTE car rental

Save FTE as your return point and follow airport rental-car signs rather than only city directions.

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

FTE medical help

For urgent health needs at FTE, ask airport staff for first aid or the nearest medical room.

FTE charging

At El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

FTE business travel

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

FTE family travel

Families using FTE should confirm stroller rules, family rooms, and walking distances before security.

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport transportation

FTE taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at FTE when arriving late or carrying luggage into El Calafate.

FTE train or metro

If rail is available at El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

FTE bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for El Calafate, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from FTE.

FTE driving and car rental

For rental cars, save the airport code FTE in navigation and follow terminal-specific return signs rather than only city-center directions.

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport location

FTE

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport

-50.2803, -72.0534

28 de Noviembre Airport

148 km from FTE

Lieutenant Julio Gallardo Airport

158 km from FTE

Gobernador Gregores Airport

216 km from FTE

Piloto Civil Norberto Fernández International Airport

242 km from FTE

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport traveler tips

FTE tip 1

Check the departure board before settling in; smaller schedules can cluster around a few busy waves.

FTE tip 2

Weather delays are usually more tied to regional systems than airport elevation.

FTE tip 3

Confirm ground transport availability for late arrivals, especially outside the main city center.

FTE tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around -50.28 latitude and -72.05 longitude.

FTE tip 5

Morning departures are often smoother when you pre-book parking, rideshare, or rail tickets.

FTE tip 6

Traffic around large South American cities can be volatile; pre-booked transfers and extra arrival time are useful.

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola Airport FAQ

Where is El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport located?

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (FTE) is located in El Calafate, Argentina, at coordinates -50.2803, -72.0534.

What is the IATA code for El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport?

The IATA code for El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is FTE. Its ICAO code is SAWC.

Is El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport a large airport?

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is classified as a medium airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a regional airport in this guide. The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

How early should I arrive at FTE?

For El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport, arrive earlier during morning and evening departure banks. International travelers should generally plan more buffer than domestic travelers, especially if bags or document checks are involved.

What elevation is El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport?

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is 669 feet above sea level; The elevation is typical for the region..

Does El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport have scheduled airline service?

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is marked as having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does FTE serve?

FTE primarily serves El Calafate and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to FTE?

Nearby comparison airports include 28 de Noviembre Airport (RYO) and Lieutenant Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT).

What transport should I check first at FTE?

Traffic around large South American cities can be volatile; pre-booked transfers and extra arrival time are useful. For El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport, compare fixed-link transit, official taxis, rideshare pickup, and hotel transfer options before arrival.

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