Travelling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is 16 hours behind Wellington, where Wellington International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from WLG to Buenos Aires. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can travel to Argentina for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from New Zealand. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Wellington International Airport to Buenos Aires, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Travelling from central Wellington to WLG takes around 1 hour and 19 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to WLG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Buenos Aires
R 13,616 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Wellington International Airport to Buenos Aires. Return flights start from R 27,242. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from WLG to Buenos Aires, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires takes about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 38 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Wellington International Airport to Buenos Aires. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is approximately 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from Wellington International Airport to Buenos Aires has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 36 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 8 minutes.
After your flight from WLG to Buenos Aires, unwind at a hotel near EZE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Wellington International Airport to Buenos Aires while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Buenos Aires, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Wellington International Airport to Buenos Aires in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from WLG to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 15ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Wellington International Airport to Buenos Aires:
Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Recoleta Cemetery are a couple of big attractions to put on your Buenos Aires travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Casa Rosada.
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