Flying from San Juan to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in San Juan. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Juan to Buenos Aires taking off from here.
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's chief entry points.
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of San Juan.
To ensure you don't miss your San Juan to Buenos Aires flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Buenos Aires
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap San Juan to Buenos Aires flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper San Juan to Buenos Aires flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
SJU is around 6 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Juan to Buenos Aires? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport:
73.65% of flights leaving from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Juan to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Grab a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and discover Buenos Aires and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week in advance of your San Juan to Buenos Aires flight.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is around 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from San Juan to Buenos Aires has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
After your flight from San Juan to Buenos Aires, rest your head at a hotel close to EZE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make picking up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at EZE will save you money.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
April is the quietest month for flights from San Juan to Buenos Aires, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Buenos Aires based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a San Juan to Buenos Aires ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Buenos Aires to range from 19ºC to 31ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap flights from San Juan to Buenos Aires around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from San Juan to Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are highlights which should be on any well-planned Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places 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 essential stop in Argentina. Experience major highlights starting with Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.
