Flying from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's primary gateways.
Buenos Aires is four hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Los Angeles to Buenos Aires flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires
To find cheap Los Angeles to Buenos Aires flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Los Angeles to Buenos Aires flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from LAX.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost to explore Buenos Aires and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires:
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 on your way in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at EZE will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires, while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Buenos Aires based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Los Angeles to Buenos Aires ticket departing in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Buenos Aires to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are top attractions which should be on every Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
You've visited Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover more of Argentina. Travel around 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to check 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 full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Argentina, head for La Plata, roughly 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires. Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte are among its highlights.
