Flying from Columbus to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Columbus. John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Buenos Aires departing from here.
Hop off your plane in Buenos Aires at Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Columbus.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Columbus to Buenos Aires flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Buenos Aires
To pick up cheap Columbus to Buenos Aires flights, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Columbus to Buenos Aires flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
CMH is around 10 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Columbus to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
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.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Columbus to Buenos Aires. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and discover more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week in advance of your Columbus to Buenos Aires flight.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. Following your flight from Columbus to Buenos Aires, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take approximately 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to EZE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Columbus to Buenos Aires:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and be off and running.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at EZE will help you save.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
April is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Buenos Aires, while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Buenos Aires based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Columbus to Buenos Aires ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Buenos Aires to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from Columbus to Buenos Aires around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Buenos Aires, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including 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. No visit is complete without checking out Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.
