Flying from Buenos Aires to New York: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Buenos Aires. Explore 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 New York.
Hop off the plane at one of New York's major entry points like New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). Alternatively, touch down at New York Newark Airport (EWR) or New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
The average time for a direct Buenos Aires to New York flight is 10 hours 50 minutes.
New York is two hours behind Buenos Aires and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Buenos Aires to New York flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to New York
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport, data shows 64% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Consider booking your direct flight from Buenos Aires to New York departing Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Nonstop connections from EZE will take you to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK).
American Airlines offers direct Buenos Aires to New York plane tickets from EZE. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in one go.
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Buenos Aires to New York flight, browse these options when departing from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
EZE is around 24 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
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Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport land on time.
Arriving in New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
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Pick up a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
JFK is situated at JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The centre of New York is around 14 kilometres from New York Newark Airport (EWR). As soon as your flight from Buenos Aires to New York has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
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Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or taxi lines. Grab a New York Newark Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from EWR three weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You can find New York Newark Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Step off your flight from Buenos Aires to New York and go directly to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and typically takes 30 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you around 55 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel close to LGA. Get settled at one of these options after your Buenos Aires to New York flight:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your journey by picking up a New York LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty will get you on the road.
Around two weeks before your flight from Buenos Aires to New York is a good time to book your vehicle from LGA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or get access to early bird discounts.
New York LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
July is the most popular month for flights from Buenos Aires to New York. To avoid the crowds, go to New York in March.
When booking your Buenos Aires to New York tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to New York in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to New York, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another essential stop in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No journey is complete without experiencing Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.