Travelling from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Buenos Aires's main airports, Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Check out your options for booking a flight from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA) taking off from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport flight.
Buenos Aires and Salta (where Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
With 54 direct flights a week between the two airports, Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA) is the busiest route. Aerolineas Argentinas operates the earliest flight at 4:05am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from AEP to SLA is with Aerolineas Argentinas at 11:20pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Buenos Aires to SLA.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
You can hop on a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA) departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport departing from AEP. Get on board with any of these:
Most passengers choose to book seats with Aerolineas Argentinas between AEP and SLA.
With an impressive 84.73% of services arriving as planned, Aerolineas Argentinas leads the way in punctuality on this route.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Jorge Newbery Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83.76% of flights that depart AEP reach their destination without delay.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
You can book a direct Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA) flight ticket with departures from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Work out whether leaving from EZE works best for your plans.
You can take your pick of airlines that operate direct flights from Buenos Aires to SLA departing from EZE. Book your seat with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:
On the EZE to SLA route, Aerolineas Argentinas is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Looking for a carrier with a track record of punctuality? Your best bet is Aerolineas Argentinas. 81.44% of its flights between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport touch down on schedule.
With public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your Buenos Aires to SLA flight:
Flights from Ministro Pistarini Airport are known for their punctuality, with 83.93% of them arriving as expected.
About Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA)
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Getting from Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA) to central Salta
Central Salta is around 10 kilometres from Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA)
ج.م. 665 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 1,383. These prices can change based on availability.
Book three months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Buenos Aires to SLA.
The best month for landing cheap Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport (SLA), while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Salta based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Salta is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Buenos Aires to SLA flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July sees temperatures of between 3ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Salta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Salta right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Buenos Aires to Martin Miguel de Guemes International Airport:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Salta when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at El Mirador followed by Safari to the Clouds and Plaza 9 De Julio.
Explore more of Argentina
Salta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Argentina just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres north-east of Salta, a visit to Tartagal will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Tartagal River, Parque Bienvenidos and Camping Petrolero.
Yerba Buena is another standout destination in Argentina and is around 225 kilometres south of Salta. No journey is complete without experiencing Plaza Vieja, Plaza Redonda and Rotonda El Corte.