Flying from Chicago to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when organising your flight from Chicago to Buenos Aires.
When working out where to arrive in Buenos Aires, Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the chief entry points.
Buenos Aires is two hours ahead of Chicago and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Chicago to Buenos Aires flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a popular month like August, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Buenos Aires
To find cheap Chicago to Buenos Aires flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Chicago to Buenos Aires flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Buenos Aires, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Chicago to Buenos Aires flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Chicago Midway International Airport and Buenos Aires:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
MDW is about 14 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to Buenos Aires:
77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to AEP if you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Buenos Aires. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and find adventure across Buenos Aires and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
As soon as your flight from Chicago to Buenos Aires has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is approximately 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to EZE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Chicago to Buenos Aires:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make collecting a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at EZE can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Buenos Aires, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Buenos Aires based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Chicago to Buenos Aires tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Buenos Aires around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Buenos Aires, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Recoleta Cemetery are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Buenos Aires itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
You've visited Buenos Aires, now it's time to explore other corners of Argentina. Journey around 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to tick off its top sights. From Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument) to Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
La Plata is another must-experience destination in Argentina and is around 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without experiencing Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.
