Flying from Melbourne to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Buenos Aires jetting off from here.
Touch down in Buenos Aires at Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Buenos Aires's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Buenos Aires 14 hours behind Melbourne.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Melbourne to Buenos Aires flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Buenos Aires
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Melbourne to Buenos Aires flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Melbourne to Buenos Aires.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Melbourne to Buenos Aires flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Finding a stopover on your Melbourne to Buenos Aires flight is a cinch. Whether you'd like to potentially save on your fare or discover a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A key stop when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Buenos Aires? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
63% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Buenos Aires. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Follow your own route with a Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and discover more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Buenos Aires flight.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is approximately 24 kilometres from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from Melbourne to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to EZE. Tuck yourself in after your Melbourne to Buenos Aires flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and be on your way in a flash.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from EZE one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
El Palomar Airport (EPA)
Central Buenos Aires is about 16 kilometres from El Palomar Airport (EPA). Settle into your hotel (or get straight to exploring the city's best attractions) after your flight from Melbourne to Buenos Aires.
Pin all the key attractions on a map and let your El Palomar Airport rental car help get you there. Book with Rent A Car or Rent A Car and get to wherever you want to go in comfort.
If you're hoping for a specific kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from EPA a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Melbourne to Buenos Aires.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Buenos Aires. August is the most popular month to travel to Buenos Aires. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to Buenos Aires ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Buenos Aires around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Buenos Aires, check out our selection of hotels including:
Teatro Colón and El Ateneo Grand Splendid are just two of the big attractions to put on your Buenos Aires must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Recoleta Cemetery.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be explored after you've experienced Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Casa Natal Che Guevara, Monumento al Che Guevara and Museo de la Memoria.
La Plata is another well-known destination in Argentina and is around 56 kilometres southeast of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without a visit to Museum of Contemporary Latin American Art, Teatro Argentino and Catedral de La Plata.