Flying from Buenos Aires to Bangkok: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Buenos Aires. Check out your options departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when searching for a flight from Buenos Aires to Bangkok.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's major entry points.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is ten hours ahead of Buenos Aires.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Buenos Aires to Bangkok flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Bangkok
To pick up cheap Buenos Aires to Bangkok flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
AEP is around 6 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Buenos Aires to Bangkok? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Jorge Newbery Airport:
Jorge Newbery Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from AEP arrive on schedule 83.76% of the time.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Think about adding a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). It's a popular stopover on a Buenos Aires to Bangkok flight leaving Ministro Pistarini Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to get a snack at the airport.
You can reach EZE from central Buenos Aires in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 27 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Buenos Aires to Bangkok, unwind in one of these hotels close to Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Flights from Ministro Pistarini Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 84% of them touching down as expected.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is approximately 29 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Buenos Aires to Bangkok. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
As soon as your flight from Buenos Aires to Bangkok has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 21 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Buenos Aires to Bangkok, unwind at a hotel near DMK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at DMK can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Bangkok. To skip the crowds, visit Bangkok in April.
Book a Buenos Aires to Bangkok ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Bangkok in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Bangkok, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its top sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Chon Buri is another favourite destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without dropping by Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.