Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is 14 hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located. Buenos Aires observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your MEL to Buenos Aires flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your journey. When booking your flight ticket from MEL to Buenos Aires, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one option.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEL:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Buenos Aires flight is $926. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,822. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MEL to Buenos Aires if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Buenos Aires across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near AEP if you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Buenos Aires. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and discover more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
Booking your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week before your flight from MEL to Buenos Aires can help you secure the lowest rate.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is located around 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes.
After stepping off your MEL to Buenos Aires flight, settle in at a hotel near EZE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from EZE one week in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Before locking in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Buenos Aires, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Buenos Aires offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Buenos Aires flight 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).
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MEL to Buenos Aires around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
After booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Buenos Aires, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
Recoleta Cemetery and Obelisco de Buenos Aires are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Buenos Aires must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover other parts of Argentina. Journey around 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to tick 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.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. Experience major highlights starting with Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.