Travelling from Seattle to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's main airports.
Hop off your plane in Buenos Aires at Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Buenos Aires is four hours ahead of Seattle and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Seattle to Buenos Aires flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Buenos Aires
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Seattle to Buenos Aires flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it a cinch to book a Seattle to Buenos Aires flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
SEA is about 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels 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 and explore beyond Buenos Aires's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
As soon as your flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near EZE. Tuck yourself in after your Seattle to Buenos Aires flight at one of these well-located options:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make collecting a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving 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 Seattle to Buenos Aires, while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Buenos Aires based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Seattle to Buenos Aires ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seattle 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 lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Buenos Aires right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires:
Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Recoleta Cemetery are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Buenos Aires must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
If there's time to check out another major stop 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.