El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport — El Calafate, Argentina
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Distance & flight time from FTE
El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport
FTE is El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport, a key gateway in Argentine Patagonia serving travelers heading to the Los Glaciares National Park and the famous Perito Moreno Glacier. Despite its remote location, FTE receives significant seasonal international and domestic traffic, particularly during the Southern Hemisphere summer, connecting visitors from Buenos Aires and neighboring countries to one of South America's premier natural attractions. The airport is named after an Argentine World War I aviator and was built with modern facilities to handle tourism growth. FTE's runway can accommodate larger jets, making it an important link for Patagonian tourism infrastructure.
Runways at El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (FTE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7/25 | 8366 ft (2550 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (FTE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP/TWR | 119.95 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
Airports near El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (FTE)
- Lieutenant Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT) — 158.2 km (98.3 mi)
- Piloto Civil Norberto Fernández International Airport (RGL) — 242.4 km (150.6 mi)
- Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) — 249.3 km (154.9 mi)
- President Carlos Ibáñez International Airport (PUQ) — 313.8 km (195.0 mi)
- Capitan D Daniel Vazquez Airport (ULA) — 323.7 km (201.1 mi)
- Cochrane Airport (LGR) — 339.9 km (211.2 mi)
- Captain Fuentes Martinez Airport (WPR) — 351.5 km (218.4 mi)
- Chile Chico Airport (CCH) — 412.0 km (256.0 mi)
FTE is frequently searched by travelers planning trips to see the Perito Moreno Glacier, since El Calafate airport is the primary access point and often confused with other Patagonian gateways like El Chaltén.
FAQ
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.
What is the ICAO code for El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport?
The ICAO code for El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is SAWC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.