Travelling from Buenos Aires to Tokyo: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Buenos Aires to Tokyo. Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the main airports in Buenos Aires.
Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's major entry points.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo 12 hours ahead of Buenos Aires.
To ensure you get on your Buenos Aires to Tokyo flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Tokyo
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Buenos Aires to Tokyo flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Buenos Aires to Tokyo.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Buenos Aires to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
83.76% of flights departing from Jorge Newbery Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from AEP.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Split up your Buenos Aires to Tokyo flight with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Tokyo are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
You can get to EZE from the centre of Buenos Aires in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your flight from Buenos Aires to Tokyo:
Flights from Ministro Pistarini Airport are known for their punctuality, with 84% of them landing on schedule.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Haneda Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Buenos Aires to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your Buenos Aires to Tokyo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT will help you stay within budget.
You'll find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the busiest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Tokyo. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Tokyo in February.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Buenos Aires to Tokyo ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Tokyo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another favourite stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
