Flying from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape 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 San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC) taking off from either of these bases.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport flight.
San Carlos Bariloche (where San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport is located) and Buenos Aires share the UTC-3 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The most popular route is from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC), with 90 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from AEP to BRC is the 1:05am Flybondi service. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 11:15pm with Aerolineas Argentinas.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Buenos Aires to BRC. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Get to your destination in one go from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP). Nonstop flights from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC) can be booked from here.
You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport leaving from AEP. Reserve your trip with one of these:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between AEP and BRC is Aerolineas Argentinas.
Aerolineas Argentinas ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 84.37% of its services landing as scheduled.
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Jorge Newbery Airport:
Jorge Newbery Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83.76% of flights that depart AEP reach their destination without delay.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Prefer to leave from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)? Direct Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Buenos Aires to BRC taking off from EZE include:
On the EZE to BRC route, Flybondi is the favourite choice for most passengers.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Choose Aerolineas Argentinas. 93.41% of its flights between Ministro Pistarini Airport and San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport land on schedule.
EZE is around 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your Buenos Aires to BRC flight:
Flights from Ministro Pistarini Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 83.93% of them landing on schedule.
About San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC)
Consider checking in to Cabañas Chesa Engadina after touching down from your flight from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport. It's a short drive from BRC and a great option if you'd like to get some rest right away.
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Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport flight.
Getting from San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC) to central San Carlos Bariloche
Central San Carlos Bariloche is around 14 kilometres from San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC)
R 381 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport. A return flight starts at R 943. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book four months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Buenos Aires to BRC.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC). Plan your visit to San Carlos Bariloche in February for a quieter experience.
Book a Buenos Aires to BRC plane ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Carlos Bariloche to range from 5ºC (41ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport in July when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about San Carlos Bariloche
Start your San Carlos Bariloche trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in San Carlos Bariloche when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Lago Nahuel Huapi followed by Parque Municipal Llao Llao and Garganta del Diablo.
Explore more of Argentina
Zapala is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Carlos Bariloche. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Espacio verde, Plaza Bourdes and El Ferrocarril zona centro Park.
Around 193 kilometres south of San Carlos Bariloche, Esquel is another favourite stop in Argentina. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at La Cascada, Arroyo Esquel and Snowman Esquel.
