Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is four hours behind Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located. Buenos Aires follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your BIO to Buenos Aires flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like May, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from BIO to Buenos Aires. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 5 kms (3 miles) from central Bilbao, BIO can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near BIO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Buenos Aires or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Bilbao Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from BIO make it to their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Buenos Aires
£389 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return ticket right now is £689. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BIO to Buenos Aires. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Bilbao Airport to Buenos Aires ticket.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to central Buenos Aires takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kms (5 miles) away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to AEP if you're coming in on a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Buenos Aires. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield around one week in advance of your flight from BIO to Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is around 32 kms (20 miles) from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). After your flight from Bilbao Airport to Buenos Aires has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
After stepping off your BIO to Buenos Aires flight, settle in at a hotel near EZE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from EZE one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Buenos Aires. September is the busiest month to visit Buenos Aires. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
Book a Bilbao Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 16ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BIO to Buenos Aires around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Bilbao Airport to Buenos Aires, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. El Ateneo Grand Splendid, Teatro Colon and Recoleta Cemetery are top attractions which should feature on every Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
You've seen Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover other parts of Argentina. Journey around 274 kms (170 miles) northwest to Rosario to tick off its top attractions. From Casa Natal Che Guevara to Monumento al Che Guevara and Casa Natal de Lionel Messi, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Mar Del Plata is another well-known destination in Argentina and is around 386 kms (240 miles) south of Buenos Aires. No trip is complete without seeing Teatro Colon, Playa Popular and Aquasol Water Park.