ING - Lago Argentino Airport
El Calafate, Argentina
IATA Code: ING · El Calafate, Argentina
The airport code ING is the IATA identifier for Lago Argentino Airport. You may also find it referred to as El Calafate Airport (ING).
Lago Argentino Airport (ING) serves El Calafate, Argentina, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ING is the IATA airport code for Lago Argentino Airport, located in El Calafate, Argentina. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.3361°S, 72.2486°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ING
- City
- El Calafate
- Country
- Argentina
- Timezone
- America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
- Latitude
- -50.3361°
- Longitude
- -72.2486°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ING
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTE - El Calafate | 15 km | $223 | $0/passenger |
| PNT - Puerto Natales | 150 km | $2,230 | $4/passenger |
| GGS - Gobernador Gregores | 230 km | $3,420 | $7/passenger |
| RGL - Rio Gallegos | 250 km | $3,717 | $7/passenger |
| RZA - Santa Cruz | 264 km | $3,925 | $8/passenger |
| PUQ - Punta Arenas | 312 km | $4,639 | $9/passenger |
| ULA - San Julian | 339 km | $5,040 | $10/passenger |
| WPR - Porvenir | 350 km | $5,204 | $10/passenger |
| CCH - Chile Chico | 419 km | $6,230 | $12/passenger |
| PMQ - Perito Moreno | 433 km | $6,438 | $13/passenger |
| LHS - Las Heras | 487 km | $7,241 | $14/passenger |
| RGA - Rio Grande | 491 km | $7,300 | $15/passenger |
| BBA - Balmaceda | 493 km | $7,330 | $15/passenger |
| GXQ - Coyhaique | 527 km | $7,835 | $16/passenger |
| PUD - Puerto Deseado | 545 km | $8,103 | $16/passenger |
| USH - Ushuaia | 568 km | $8,445 | $17/passenger |
| WPU - Puerto Williams | 598 km | $8,891 | $18/passenger |
| ARR - Alto Rio Senguer | 601 km | $8,936 | $18/passenger |
| CRD - Comodoro Rivadavia | 618 km | $9,188 | $18/passenger |
| JSM - Jose de San Martin | 712 km | $10,586 | $21/passenger |
| FFU - Futaleufu | 795 km | $11,820 | $24/passenger |
| WCH - Chaiten | 824 km | $12,251 | $25/passenger |
| EQS - Esquel | 830 km | $12,340 | $25/passenger |
| MHC - Castro | 896 km | $13,322 | $27/passenger |
| EHL - El Bolson | 935 km | $13,902 | $28/passenger |
| REL - Trelew | 953 km | $14,169 | $28/passenger |
| MPN - Mount Pleasant | 977 km | $14,526 | $29/passenger |
| PMC - Puerto Montt | 991 km | $14,734 | $29/passenger |
| PMY - Puerto Madryn | 1,003 km | $14,913 | $30/passenger |
| PSY - Stanley | 1,022 km | $15,195 | $30/passenger |
| IGB - Ingeniero Jacobacci | 1,023 km | $15,210 | $30/passenger |
| BRC - San Carlos De Bariloche | 1,025 km | $15,240 | $30/passenger |
| ZOS - Osorno | 1,083 km | $16,102 | $32/passenger |
| SGV - Sierra Grande | 1,108 km | $16,474 | $33/passenger |
| CPC - San Martin Des Andes | 1,144 km | $17,009 | $34/passenger |
| ZAL - Valdivia | 1,190 km | $17,693 | $35/passenger |
| OES - San Antonio Oeste | 1,203 km | $17,886 | $36/passenger |
| ZPC - Pucon | 1,228 km | $18,258 | $37/passenger |
| ZCO - Temuco | 1,269 km | $18,867 | $38/passenger |
| VDM - Viedma | 1,273 km | $18,927 | $38/passenger |
| APZ - ZAPALA | 1,274 km | $18,942 | $38/passenger |
| PZS - Temuco | 1,287 km | $19,135 | $38/passenger |
| CUT - Cutralco | 1,289 km | $19,165 | $38/passenger |
| NQN - Neuquen | 1,306 km | $19,418 | $39/passenger |
| GNR - Fuerte Gral Roca | 1,312 km | $19,507 | $39/passenger |
| ZIC - Victoria | 1,344 km | $19,983 | $40/passenger |
| LSQ - Los Angeles | 1,438 km | $21,380 | $43/passenger |
| HOS - Chosmadal | 1,442 km | $21,440 | $43/passenger |
| RDS - Rincon de los Sauces | 1,464 km | $21,767 | $44/passenger |
| CCP - Concepcion | 1,510 km | $22,451 | $45/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ING Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from ING
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at El Calafate
El Calafate experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ING
Traveling through El Calafate in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via ING
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Lago Argentino Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ING
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ING are FTE, PNT, GGS — consider these for potentially lower fares