Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is one hour ahead of Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located. Buenos Aires observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your IAD to Buenos Aires flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from IAD to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Travelling from central Washington DC to IAD takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 25 miles in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Buenos Aires, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
74.39% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Buenos Aires
£188 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £438. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from IAD to Buenos Aires, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Buenos Aires throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IAD to Buenos Aires by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Buenos Aires.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 9 miles. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Travel at your own speed with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and discover more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week in advance of your flight from IAD to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is around 20 miles from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your IAD to Buenos Aires flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from EZE one week in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Plan your trip to Buenos Aires during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Buenos Aires during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Washington Dulles International Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from IAD to Buenos Aires around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Buenos Aires:
Recoleta Cemetery and Obelisco de Buenos Aires are a couple of big attractions to add to your Buenos Aires itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Buenos Aires. Around 170 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Around 240 miles south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another essential stop in Argentina. Experience major highlights starting with Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.