Flying from Glasgow to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when organising your flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires.
When landing in Buenos Aires, Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the primary gateways.
Buenos Aires is three hours behind Glasgow and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Glasgow to Buenos Aires flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Buenos Aires
To find cheap Glasgow to Buenos Aires flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Glasgow to Buenos Aires flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Glasgow International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
GLA is about 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.07% of flights complete their journey on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Consider adding a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). It's a popular stopover on a Glasgow to Buenos Aires flight out of Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Use a longer layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a quick break to freshen up at the airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Travel at your own pace with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and chase adventure across Buenos Aires and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is approximately 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to EZE. Kick back after your Glasgow to Buenos Aires flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and be off and running.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at EZE will help you save.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow to Buenos Aires. To avoid the crowds, visit Buenos Aires in April.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to Buenos Aires ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Buenos Aires around that time if you want to travel 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 as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are highlights which should be on any good Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Argentina you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Buenos Aires, a visit to Rosario will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
La Plata is another standout destination in Argentina and is around 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires. No trip is complete without experiencing Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.