Flying from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is Las Vegas's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires departing from here.
Arrive in Buenos Aires at Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3, which is four hours ahead of Las Vegas.
Leave enough time to get on your Las Vegas to Buenos Aires flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like October, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires
To find cheap Las Vegas to Buenos Aires flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
We make it easy to find a Las Vegas to Buenos Aires flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
LAS is about 10 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport):
82.07% of flights departing from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) reach their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when taking off from LAS.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to AEP if you're coming in on a late flight from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and explore beyond Buenos Aires's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week in advance of your Las Vegas to Buenos Aires flight.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is around 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make picking up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from EZE one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the most popular month for flights from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires. To skip the crowds, head to Buenos Aires in April.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Las Vegas to Buenos Aires ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
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. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Las Vegas to Buenos Aires:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are attractions you won't want to skip in Buenos Aires.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Argentina waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Buenos Aires, a visit to Rosario will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Around 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires, La Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.