Travelling from Istanbul to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Istanbul is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Buenos Aires leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
When planning your arrival in Buenos Aires, Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the primary gateways.
Buenos Aires is six hours behind Istanbul and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you make your Istanbul to Buenos Aires flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Buenos Aires
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Istanbul to Buenos Aires flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Istanbul to Buenos Aires flights departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul to Buenos Aires or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Istanbul to Buenos Aires flight, browse these options when heading out from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
SAW is about 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to Buenos Aires, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is approximately 6 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and explore beyond Buenos Aires's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is located around 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from Istanbul to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
After your flight from Istanbul to Buenos Aires, kick back at a hotel near EZE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from EZE one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Buenos Aires. To avoid the crowds, visit Buenos Aires in April.
Before locking in your Istanbul to Buenos Aires tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul 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
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Buenos Aires, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Recoleta Cemetery are just two of the big attractions to add to your Buenos Aires itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover more of Argentina. Travel around 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to tick off its top sights. From Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument) to Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
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.