Flying from Buenos Aires to London: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Buenos Aires. Check out your options leaving from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when organising your flight from Buenos Aires to London.
You can arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN). You can also hop off the plane at London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) in London.
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London three hours ahead of Buenos Aires.
To ensure you don't miss your Buenos Aires to London flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to London
To pick up cheap Buenos Aires to London flights, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Buenos Aires to London.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a Buenos Aires to London flight, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is an option if you're flying out of Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport.
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel near Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to London, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport, data shows 64% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Buenos Aires to London flight, check out these options when leaving from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can get to EZE from central Buenos Aires in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your flight from Buenos Aires to London:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Buenos Aires to London. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and see more of London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). As soon as your flight from Buenos Aires to London has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your Buenos Aires to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is around 48 kilometres from central London. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Buenos Aires to London.
The journey will take you around 45 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel close to STN. Check in to one of these stays after your Buenos Aires to London flight:
Whether you're looking for a compact for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to fit the family, you'll find the ideal London Stansted Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available from suppliers such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Around four weeks before your flight from Buenos Aires to London is a good time to book your vehicle from STN. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Buenos Aires to London. To skip the crowds, visit London in March.
Lock in a Buenos Aires to London ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to London around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to London, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are must-do's during your London adventure.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Science and Industry Museum.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 161 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome and Bournville Experience are key highlights.