Flying from Sacramento to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is Sacramento's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sacramento to Buenos Aires jetting off from here.
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's primary gateways.
Buenos Aires's timezone is UTC-3, making Buenos Aires five hours ahead of Sacramento.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Sacramento to Buenos Aires flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Buenos Aires
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Sacramento to Buenos Aires flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Sacramento to Buenos Aires flights departing from Sacramento International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Buenos Aires, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a quick drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SMF arrive at their destination without delay.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sacramento to Buenos Aires. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Pick up a Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and explore Buenos Aires and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport around one week before your departure date.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from Sacramento to Buenos Aires has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is approximately 24 kilometres from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Sacramento to Buenos Aires, settle in at a hotel near EZE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long taxi lines. Grab a Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from EZE one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
El Palomar Airport (EPA)
Central Buenos Aires is about 16 kilometres from El Palomar Airport (EPA). Get settled at your hotel (or dive straight into the city's leading attractions) after your flight from Sacramento to Buenos Aires.
Travel straight from arrivals to your hotel in one easy trip by picking up a El Palomar Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable names here like Rent A Car and Rent A Car.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Sacramento to Buenos Aires is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at EPA.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
March is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Buenos Aires, while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Buenos Aires based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Sacramento to Buenos Aires tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Sacramento to Buenos Aires in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Buenos Aires, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Teatro Colón, El Ateneo Grand Splendid and Recoleta Cemetery are highlights which should feature on any good Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to explore other corners of Argentina. Travel around 274 kilometres northwest to Rosario to check off its top sights. From Casa Natal Che Guevara to Monumento al Che Guevara and Museo de la Memoria, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
La Plata is another sought-after destination in Argentina and is around 56 kilometres southeast of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without a visit to Museum of Contemporary Latin American Art, Teatro Argentino and Catedral de La Plata.