Travelling from Houston to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Houston is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Houston to Buenos Aires leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's primary gateways.
Around 9 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Houston to Buenos Aires flight.
Buenos Aires is two hours ahead of Houston and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Houston to Buenos Aires is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). You can choose from nine weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from IAH to EZE is the 18:30 United Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the latest available service is at 20:30 with United Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your Houston to Buenos Aires flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise idea.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Set out from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on a nonstop flight from Houston to Buenos Aires. From IAH, you can fly straight to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Check out the promotions with United Airlines. This carrier offers direct Houston to Buenos Aires plane tickets out of IAH.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Houston to Buenos Aires flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
IAH is about 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston to Buenos Aires or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Houston to Buenos Aires flight, here's where you can stop when heading out from William P. Hobby Airport:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to Buenos Aires, stay in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 81.06% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Houston to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and experience the lesser-explored corners of Buenos Aires and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is roughly 24 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. Following your flight from Houston to Buenos Aires, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
After your flight from Houston to Buenos Aires, settle in at a hotel close to EZE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make picking up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EZE will help you save.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Buenos Aires. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Buenos Aires in April.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Houston to Buenos Aires ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from Houston to Buenos Aires in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Buenos Aires, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are popular attractions which should be on every Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres to the north-west, its top attractions include Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Around 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires, La Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.
