Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Buenos Aires is three hours behind London.
To avoid rushing for your LGW to Buenos Aires flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from LGW to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central London to LGW takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 1 hour 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Buenos Aires flight is 400 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 845 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LGW to Buenos Aires. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Finding cheap tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Buenos Aires is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is around 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost to explore Buenos Aires and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week before your flight from LGW to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is located around 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Buenos Aires has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Following your LGW to Buenos Aires flight, kick back at a hotel close to EZE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make picking up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from EZE one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Before you book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Buenos Aires, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Buenos Aires offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a London Gatwick Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket with a departure in January to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Buenos Aires right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Buenos Aires:
Recoleta Cemetery and Obelisco de Buenos Aires are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Buenos Aires itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Argentina you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Buenos Aires, a visit to Rosario will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Argentina, head for Mar Del Plata, about 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino are key reasons to visit.