Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is five hours behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your HEL to Buenos Aires flight.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from HEL to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
HEL is about 16 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to HEL:
Of all flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Buenos Aires
450 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return plane ticket starts from 897 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from HEL to Buenos Aires. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Buenos Aires ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HEL to Buenos Aires by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Buenos Aires.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to the centre of Buenos Aires takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Buenos Aires. Book one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Grab a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and explore Buenos Aires and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week in advance of your flight from HEL to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. Following your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Buenos Aires, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to EZE. Unwind and get cosy after your HEL to Buenos Aires flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EZE can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Before you book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Buenos Aires, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Buenos Aires offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket with a departure in January to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to Buenos Aires in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Buenos Aires
After booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Buenos Aires, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Recoleta Cemetery, Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Casa Rosada are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
You've visited Buenos Aires, now it's time to explore other parts of Argentina. Journey about 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to check off its leading attractions. From Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument) to Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another essential stop in Argentina. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.