Flying from Seattle to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Seattle is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires flying out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Hop off your plane in Buenos Aires at Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Buenos Aires is four hours ahead of Seattle and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your Seattle to Buenos Aires flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Buenos Aires
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Seattle to Buenos Aires flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Seattle to Buenos Aires flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
SEA is about 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA arrive on schedule 81.27% of the time.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Follow your own route with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and discover more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. Following your flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
After your flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires, rest your head at a hotel close to EZE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from EZE one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
April is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Buenos Aires, while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Buenos Aires based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Seattle to Buenos Aires ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 15ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Buenos Aires, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are top attractions which should be on every Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Argentina, head for La Plata, roughly 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires. Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte are among its highlights.