Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Queenstown Airport is located in Queenstown. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Buenos Aires is 16 hours behind Queenstown.
To avoid missing your ZQN to Buenos Aires flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 6 kilometres from central Queenstown, ZQN can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ZQN:
Of all flights departing from Queenstown Airport, 79.18% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for ZQN is P.O. Box 64.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Buenos Aires
The best price we've seen for a one-way Queenstown Airport to Buenos Aires flight is R 20,243. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 31,095. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ZQN to Buenos Aires if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is around 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Queenstown Airport to Buenos Aires. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and experience the lesser-explored corners of Buenos Aires and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ZQN to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is around 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from Queenstown Airport to Buenos Aires has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 10 minutes.
After stepping off your ZQN to Buenos Aires flight, kick back at a hotel close to EZE. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from EZE one week in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Travel to Buenos Aires in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Queenstown Airport to Buenos Aires in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Queenstown Airport to Buenos Aires flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZQN to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Queenstown Airport to Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Recoleta Cemetery, Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Casa Rosada are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover more of Argentina. Journey around 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to tick off its leading attractions. From Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument) to Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Mar Del Plata is another standout destination in Argentina and is around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without a visit to Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.
