Flying from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport (TUS): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Buenos Aires. Check out your options leaving from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when organising your flight from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport (TUS).
Tucson is four hours behind Buenos Aires. Tucson International Airport is located in Tucson, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Buenos Aires to TUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
AEP is about 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Jorge Newbery Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Jorge Newbery Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 83.76% of flights that depart AEP arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Break up your flight from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Ministro Pistarini Airport and TUS include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can reach EZE from central Buenos Aires in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Buenos Aires to TUS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Ministro Pistarini Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that leave Ministro Pistarini Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 83.93%.
About Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near TUS and hit the lights earlier:
Pick up a Tucson International Airport rental car and discover Tucson and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport flight.
You'll find TUS at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
From Tucson International Airport, central Tucson is around 21 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 3 hours 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport is R 11,838. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 19,635. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Buenos Aires to TUS if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to visit Tucson. October is when most people book flights from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport (TUS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Buenos Aires to TUS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. June is the warmest month in Tucson, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tucson
Start your Tucson trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Tucson International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Saguaro National Park East Unit, Airplane Boneyard and National Parks Conservation are attractions you won't want to skip in Tucson.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Tucson, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Phoenix to check off its top attractions. From Camelback Mountain to Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Tucson, Mesa is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mesa Arts Centre, Commemorative Air Force Museum and Arizona Museum of Natural History.
