Flying from Glasgow to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Glasgow. Check out your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires.
Step off your plane in Buenos Aires at Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Buenos Aires is three hours behind Glasgow and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Glasgow to Buenos Aires flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Buenos Aires
To find cheap Glasgow to Buenos Aires flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it easy to book a Glasgow to Buenos Aires flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Glasgow International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
70.07% of flights leaving from Glasgow International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Break up your Glasgow to Buenos Aires flight with a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). A main stopover between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Buenos Aires, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can get to PIK from central Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires, stay in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
76.7% of flights taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is approximately 6 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and discover more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
Booking your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is about 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). As soon as your flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to EZE. Kick back after your Glasgow to Buenos Aires flight at any of these perfectly located options:
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 exactly what you want. Booking your ride from EZE one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow to Buenos Aires. To avoid the crowds, visit Buenos Aires in April.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to Buenos Aires ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Buenos Aires around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Buenos Aires right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Glasgow to Buenos Aires:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are must-do's during your Buenos Aires adventure.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Argentina you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Buenos Aires, a visit to Rosario will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
La Plata is another standout destination in Argentina and is around 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires. No trip is complete without experiencing Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.