Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is 8 hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi, where Indira Gandhi International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from DEL to Buenos Aires.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from DEL to Buenos Aires. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you have a passport from India, you will need an embassy visa to enter Argentina. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Buenos Aires for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Travelling from central New Delhi to DEL takes about 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to DEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Buenos Aires is $1,112. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,183. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from DEL to Buenos Aires. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Buenos Aires.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to the centre of Buenos Aires takes about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 38 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near AEP if you're catching a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Buenos Aires. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is located around 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Buenos Aires has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 36 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 8 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to EZE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from DEL to Buenos Aires:
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Buenos Aires while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Buenos Aires, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before locking in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Buenos Aires, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DEL to Buenos Aires in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Buenos Aires, check out our selection of hotels including:
Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Recoleta Cemetery are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Buenos Aires must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Casa Rosada.
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