Flying from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires.
When choosing where to land in Buenos Aires, Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the major entry points.
Buenos Aires is two hours ahead of Minneapolis and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your Minneapolis to Buenos Aires flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Minneapolis to Buenos Aires flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
We make it easy to book a Minneapolis to Buenos Aires flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
77.37% of flights taking off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
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 about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Pick up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and discover Buenos Aires and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead of your Minneapolis to Buenos Aires flight.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is located around 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of 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 Minneapolis to Buenos Aires, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Buenos Aires based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Minneapolis to Buenos Aires ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Buenos Aires to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Buenos Aires, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are must-visits when exploring Buenos Aires.
Explore more of Argentina
You've seen Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover other corners of Argentina. Travel about 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to tick off its leading sights. From Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument) to Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires, La Plata is another essential stop in Argentina. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.
