Travelling from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport (RSA): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport (RSA). Explore the options for setting off from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport flight.
Buenos Aires and Santa Rosa (where Santa Rosa Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
The most popular route is from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to Santa Rosa Airport (RSA). There are 5 direct services every week. Aerolineas Argentinas operates a 2:15pm departure between AEP and RSA.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Buenos Aires to RSA.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP). Nonstop flights from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport (RSA) are available from here.
When jetting out of AEP, you can catch a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport with Aerolineas Argentinas.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Aerolineas Argentinas from AEP to RSA.
Aerolineas Argentinas leads the way in punctuality. An impressive 84.62% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
AEP is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield:
When it comes to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield's on-time performance, data shows 64% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Consider flying out of Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). You can book a direct Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport (RSA) plane ticket from this hub.
From EZE, direct flights from Buenos Aires to RSA can be booked with Aerolineas Argentinas.
Aerolineas Argentinas is the most popular choice for travellers flying from EZE to RSA.
You can reach EZE from the centre of Buenos Aires in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 32 kms (20 miles) or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Buenos Aires to RSA flight? Relax in a hotel near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
78% of all departures from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Santa Rosa Airport (RSA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RSA instead:
Getting from Santa Rosa Airport (RSA) to central Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa Airport is around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Santa Rosa. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport (RSA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport is £57. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £158. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Buenos Aires to RSA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport (RSA)
January is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport (RSA), while April is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Santa Rosa based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Buenos Aires to RSA plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santa Rosa to range from 17ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport in July when temperatures are between 3ºC and 15ºC.
More about Santa Rosa
Start your Santa Rosa trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Santa Rosa Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Teatro Espanol, Museo Provincial de Artes and Museo Provincial de Historia Natural are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Santa Rosa itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Bahia Blanca is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Santa Rosa. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the southeast, popular attractions include Teatro Municipal de Bahia Blanca, Punto Panoramico and Museos de Arte MBA-MAC.
Want ideas for other fascinating places to go in Argentina? Travel 113 kms (70 miles) northeast of Santa Rosa to General Pico. Laguna La Arocena is just one of the highlights in the area.