Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is three hours ahead of San Salvador, where El Salvador International Airport is located.
For stress-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 catch your SAL to Buenos Aires flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from SAL to Buenos Aires. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Santo Domingo Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
SAL is about 32 kilometres from central San Salvador. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near SAL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Buenos Aires or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
El Salvador International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SAL make it to their destination as scheduled 88% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Buenos Aires
RM1,484 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is RM2,689. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SAL to Buenos Aires if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from El Salvador International Airport to Buenos Aires across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SAL to Buenos Aires.
Find a cheap flight from El Salvador International Airport to Buenos Aires with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) is around 8 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from El Salvador International Airport to Buenos Aires. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield around one week in advance of your flight from SAL to Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE) is about 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. Once you've hopped off your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Buenos Aires, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near EZE. Settle in and get cosy after your SAL to Buenos Aires flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at EZE can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
September is the busiest month for flights from El Salvador International Airport to Buenos Aires. To avoid the crowds, visit Buenos Aires in December.
Lock in a El Salvador International Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket with a departure in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAL to Buenos Aires in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
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 hotels once you've booked your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Buenos Aires:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. El Ateneo Grand Splendid, Teatro Colon and Recoleta Cemetery are essential stops on your Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Casa Natal Che Guevara, Monumento al Che Guevara and Casa Natal de Lionel Messi.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Argentina, consider Mar Del Plata, about 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. Teatro Colon, Playa Popular and Aquasol Water Park are the start of reasons to visit.
