Travelling from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Buenos Aires is two hours ahead of Quito.
The busiest route is from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Choose from five weekly services between these two airports. AVIANCA offers a 20:40 departure between UIO and EZE.
Leave enough time to catch your UIO to Buenos Aires flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Start your journey at UIO and travel nonstop to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Buenos Aires tickets.
Keep an eye out for deals with AVIANCA. This airline operates direct flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Buenos Aires.
UIO is around 13 kilometres from central Quito. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 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 2 hours 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to UIO:
Mariscal Sucre International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 88.71% of flights that depart UIO arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Buenos Aires
203 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 423 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from UIO to Buenos Aires by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Buenos Aires tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping 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 to explore Buenos Aires and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week before your flight from UIO to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is around 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. Following your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Buenos Aires, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 10 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near EZE. Settle in and get cosy after your UIO to Buenos Aires flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at EZE can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Before you book your flights from Mariscal Sucre International 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 off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from UIO to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Buenos Aires
After booking your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Buenos Aires, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Recoleta Cemetery, Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Casa Rosada are must-do's during your Buenos Aires adventure.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to explore other parts of Argentina. Travel about 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to check off its leading 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 want to check out another major destination in Argentina, consider Mar Del Plata, roughly 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 highlights.