Travelling from Vancouver to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Vancouver to Buenos Aires, there's a range of airports to depart from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main terminals.
Hop off your plane in Buenos Aires at Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to Buenos Aires, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You won't need a visa for Argentina if you hold a passport from Canada and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap flights from Vancouver to Buenos Aires, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 33 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Vancouver to Buenos Aires or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can get to CXH from the centre of Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 16 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Vancouver to Buenos Aires, chill out in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is around 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 38 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Buenos Aires. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is about 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). As soon as your flight from Vancouver to Buenos Aires has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 36 minutes.
The journey will take about 2 hours and 8 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Vancouver to Buenos Aires:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Buenos Aires
Currently, $587 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Buenos Aires. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,240. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Vancouver to Buenos Aires if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Buenos Aires. To skip the crowds, head to Buenos Aires in April.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Vancouver to Buenos Aires in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 15ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Buenos Aires right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Buenos Aires:
Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Recoleta Cemetery are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Buenos Aires to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Casa Rosada.
Complete your Buenos Aires trip with a car rental
Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Vancouver to Buenos Aires. Whether you're after a compact ride, spacious sedan or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.