How to travel from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park, Argentina

The distance between El Calafate and Iguazu National Park is around 3,165km (1,967 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park by plane and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Iguazu National ParkEl Calafate if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from El Calafate (FTE) to Iguazu (IGR).

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Flight time4h 45m
  • Typical cost
    ARS 23,430($185)
Operated by

Aerolíneas Argentinas

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Bus

Take the bus to Río Gallegos, Trelew then Retiro and then to Ciudad del Este.

  • Duration2 days 3h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ARS 20,505($160)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

3 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between El Calafate and Iguazu National Park

There are several options for getting from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park by plane and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ARS 19,230 ($150) and will take around 2 days 16h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ARS 23,430 ($185).

The distance between El Calafate and Iguazu National Park is around 3,165km (1,967 miles).

It takes around 5h 30m to get from El Calafate and Iguazu National Park by plane.

The quickest way to get from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park is to fly which takes around 5h 30m and will set you back approx ARS 23,430 ($185).

The cheapest way to travel between El Calafate and Iguazu National Park is to take the bus which will typically cost around ARS 19,230 ($150) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between El Calafate and Iguazu National Park. We recommend that you fly from El Calafate (FTE) to Iguazu (IGR). instead which will take 5h 30m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from El Calafate and Iguazu National Park. It typically takes around 2 days 3h and departs on demand.

There are no direct bus services that runs from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Río Gallegos, Trelew, Retiro and Ciudad del Este. These services run on demand and will take a minimum of 2 days 3h.

Marga Taqsa, Viatac, Tramat, Condor Estrella, Andesmar, Crucero Del Norte, Expreso Singer, Chalten Travel, Flecha Bus, Rio Uruguay and Via Bariloche run regular bus services between El Calafate and Iguazu National Park. Buses run on demand and take around 2 days 3h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from El Calafate and Iguazu National Park. Flights depart from El Calafate (FTE) and arrive at Iguazu (IGR) - via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP). The flight takes around 4h 45m.

There is no direct flight from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park. There is however a flight that goes via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP). This services will take at least 5h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park typically takes around 4h 45m. Flights depart from El Calafate (FTE) and and arrive into Iguazu (IGR).

The closest major airport to Iguazu National Park is Posadas Airport (PSS) (PSS) which is approximately 255km (159 miles) from Iguazu National Park. Formosa International Airport (FMA) (FMA) and Camba Punta Airport (CNQ) (CNQ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park. We recommend that you fly from El Calafate (FTE) to Iguazu (IGR). instead which will take 5h 30m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around ARS 23,430 ($185).

How do I get from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park

Compare travel optionsbetween El Calafate and Iguazu National Park

Transport options from El Calafate to Iguazu National Park
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5h 30m
ARS 23,430($185)
on demand3,165km (1,967 miles)
Bus + 3 similar
2 days 3h
ARS 20,505($160)
once daily4,212km (2,617 miles)
Bus via Río Gallegos2 days 15h
ARS 28,145($220)
4 times a week4,457km (2,770 miles)
Bus via Bariloche2 days 16h
ARS 19,230($150)
once daily4,460km (2,772 miles)
Bus via Bariloche - Terminal de Omnibus2 days 19h
ARS 39,605($310)
once daily4,733km (2,941 miles)

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Airports near Iguazu National Park

The following major airports near Iguazu National Park offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Argentina and internationally.

PSS
Posadas Airport (PSS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
255km (159 miles) from Iguazu National Park
FMA
Formosa International Airport (FMA)
International Airport
Distance
400km (248 miles) from Iguazu National Park
CNQ
Camba Punta Airport (CNQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
488km (303 miles) from Iguazu National Park