Travelling from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the main airports in Buenos Aires.
San Francisco is 4 hours behind Buenos Aires. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Buenos Aires to SFO.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 38 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Jorge Newbery Airport:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Break up your flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Ministro Pistarini Airport and SFO are:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
EZE is about 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 36 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 8 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your flight from Buenos Aires to SFO:
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SFO:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 47 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
For a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport, 394 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just 664 €. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
February is the quietest time to travel to San Francisco. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport.
Before booking a flight from Buenos Aires to SFO, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 16ºC.
More about San Francisco
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Francisco:
Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your San Francisco travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Lombard Street.
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