Travelling from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Dusseldorf. Explore your options leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when reserving your flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Dusseldorf.
To ensure you catch your Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires
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Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dusseldorf International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Located around 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Dusseldorf International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Dusseldorf International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DUS arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
NRN is around 64 kms (40 miles) from central Dusseldorf. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Weeze Airport the day before your flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires:
Flights from Weeze Airport are known for their punctuality, with 85% of them landing on schedule.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Buenos Aires. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and experience more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead of your Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires flight.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
After your flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is approximately 24 kms (15 miles) from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to EZE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make picking up a Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from EZE one week in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
El Palomar Airport (EPA)
The centre of Buenos Aires is about 16 kms (10 miles) from El Palomar Airport (EPA). Get settled at your hotel (or get straight to exploring the city's top attractions) after your flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires.
Set your GPS and cruise to your next destination with a El Palomar Airport rental car. Whether you're searching for an economy car or a passenger van to fit the family, you'll find the perfect set of wheels from Rent A Car or Rent A Car.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires is a smart move. Along with more affordable prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at EPA.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the busiest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires. To escape the crowds, go to Buenos Aires in March.
Book a Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Buenos Aires to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 16ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Buenos Aires right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Dusseldorf to Buenos Aires:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Teatro Colón, El Ateneo Grand Splendid and Recoleta Cemetery are essential stops on your Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
You've visited Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover other parts of Argentina. Travel around 274 kms (170 miles) northwest to Rosario to check off its top sights. From Casa Natal Che Guevara to Monumento al Che Guevara and Museo de la Memoria, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 56 kms (35 miles) southeast of Buenos Aires, La Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Contemporary Latin American Art, Teatro Argentino and Catedral de La Plata.