Flying from Buenos Aires to Istanbul: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Buenos Aires to Istanbul. Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's main airports.
Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's primary gateways.
Istanbul is six hours ahead of Buenos Aires and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Buenos Aires to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Istanbul
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Buenos Aires to Istanbul flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Buenos Aires to Istanbul.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
AEP is around 6 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to Istanbul, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Buenos Aires to Istanbul flight, check out these options when setting off from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Buenos Aires to Istanbul? Relax in a hotel near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
Arriving in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
Travel at your own speed with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks in advance of your Buenos Aires to Istanbul flight.
Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
As soon as your flight from Buenos Aires to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 31 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Buenos Aires to Istanbul:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
March is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Istanbul, while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Buenos Aires to Istanbul ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Istanbul, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Hagia Sophia and Historic Areas of Istanbul are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Istanbul to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.