Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is six hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Airport is located. Buenos Aires runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your IST to Buenos Aires flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for 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 good idea.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from IST to Buenos Aires. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
IST is around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near IST. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Buenos Aires or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Buenos Aires flight is R 9,959. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 16,018. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from IST to Buenos Aires, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Istanbul Airport to Buenos Aires is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across each month and bag an incredible deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IST to Buenos Aires by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Airport to Buenos Aires.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near AEP if you have a late flight from Istanbul Airport to Buenos Aires. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield about one week in advance of your flight from IST to Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from Istanbul Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 32 kilometres from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near EZE. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your IST to Buenos Aires flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at EZE can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
September is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Buenos Aires. To avoid the crowds, visit Buenos Aires in December.
Before booking a Istanbul Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IST to Buenos Aires in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul Airport to Buenos Aires, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. El Ateneo Grand Splendid, Teatro Colon and Recoleta Cemetery are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
You've seen Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover more of Argentina. Journey about 274 kilometres northwest to Rosario to tick off its leading attractions. From Casa Natal Che Guevara to Monumento al Che Guevara and Casa Natal de Lionel Messi, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Mar Del Plata is another favourite destination in Argentina and is around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. No trip is complete without experiencing Teatro Colon, Playa Popular and Aquasol Water Park.