Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Buenos Aires is two hours ahead of Durham.
Leave enough time to catch your RDU to Buenos Aires flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from RDU to Buenos Aires, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Durham, RDU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh-Durham International Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buenos Aires
The best price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Buenos Aires flight is ₹ 45,793. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 85,700. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from RDU to Buenos Aires. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Buenos Aires ticket.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to the centre of Buenos Aires takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near AEP:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield around one week ahead of your flight from RDU to Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE) is around 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. Once you've disembarked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Buenos Aires, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your RDU to Buenos Aires flight:
Score the best price by reserving your ride from EZE one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Buenos Aires. September is the busiest month for a trip to Buenos Aires. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 16ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RDU to Buenos Aires around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Buenos Aires:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. El Ateneo Grand Splendid, Teatro Colon and Recoleta Cemetery are must-do's during your Buenos Aires adventure.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be discovered once you've seen Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Casa Natal Che Guevara, Monumento al Che Guevara and Casa Natal de Lionel Messi.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Argentina, head for Mar Del Plata, about 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. Teatro Colon, Playa Popular and Aquasol Water Park are key reasons to visit.
