Travelling from Buenos Aires to Vancouver: what you need to know
Buenos Aires has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Buenos Aires to Vancouver departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Get off the plane at one of Vancouver's major entry points like Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You can also come in for landing at Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is four hours behind Buenos Aires.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Buenos Aires to Vancouver flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Vancouver
To find cheap Buenos Aires to Vancouver flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Jorge Newbery Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Buenos Aires to Vancouver, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
83.76% of flights leaving Jorge Newbery Airport land at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of AEP.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Split up your Buenos Aires to Vancouver flight with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Vancouver include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
EZE is around 27 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your flight from Buenos Aires to Vancouver:
Ministro Pistarini Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 84% of flights taking off from here arrive right on target.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Hit the road running by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Vancouver and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
After your flight from Buenos Aires to Vancouver has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Buenos Aires to Vancouver:
Generally, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CXH the moment you know your dates.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Hop off your flight from Buenos Aires to Vancouver and travel to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by car.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Choose a hotel near YXX and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late Buenos Aires to Vancouver flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options put comfort right within reach:
Whether you'd like a zippy mini for solo travel or a spacious SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the right Abbotsford Airport rental car for your needs. Explore wheels available from suppliers such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
About one week ahead of your flight from Buenos Aires to Vancouver is a good time to secure your ride from YXX. You're likely to snag a better deal or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Vancouver
May is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Vancouver, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Vancouver based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Buenos Aires to Vancouver ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Vancouver around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Vancouver right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Buenos Aires to Vancouver:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are top attractions which should feature on any good Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel around 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to check off its must-visit sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Victoria is another standout destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.