Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is three hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your EDI to Buenos Aires flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from EDI to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
EDI is around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:
73% of flights taking off from Edinburgh Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Buenos Aires
$1,128 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return plane ticket starts at $1,947. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from EDI to Buenos Aires. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Edinburgh Airport to Buenos Aires ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from EDI to Buenos Aires.
Find an affordable flight from Edinburgh Airport to Buenos Aires with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to central Buenos Aires takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to AEP if you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Buenos Aires. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield around one week ahead of your flight from EDI to Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Buenos Aires has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 32 kilometres from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your EDI to Buenos Aires flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near EZE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at EZE will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
December is the quietest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Buenos Aires, while September is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Buenos Aires based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Edinburgh Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 16ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Buenos Aires:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. El Ateneo Grand Splendid, Teatro Colon and Recoleta Cemetery are attractions you won't want to skip in Buenos Aires.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover other corners of Argentina. Travel about 274 kilometres northwest to Rosario to check off its leading attractions. From Casa Natal Che Guevara to Monumento al Che Guevara and Casa Natal de Lionel Messi, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another essential stop in Argentina. No visit is complete without checking out Teatro Colon, Playa Popular and Aquasol Water Park.