Travelling from Toronto to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Toronto to Buenos Aires, there's a nice range of airports you can take off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are some of Toronto's main options.
When it comes to working out where to land in Buenos Aires, Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Toronto.
To ensure you don't miss your Toronto to Buenos Aires flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Buenos Aires
To find cheap Toronto to Buenos Aires flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 19 kms (12 miles) from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Toronto to Buenos Aires? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kms (2 miles) from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Buenos Aires:
62% of flights leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive according to schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 80 kms (50 miles) from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Toronto to Buenos Aires flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive when they should. At YKF, that rate is 63.64%.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 6 kms (4 miles). It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and explore beyond Buenos Aires's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week in advance of your Toronto to Buenos Aires flight.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
As soon as your flight from Toronto to Buenos Aires has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 24 kms (15 miles) from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Toronto to Buenos Aires, unwind at a hotel close to EZE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
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
August is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Buenos Aires. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Buenos Aires in April.
Book a Toronto to Buenos Aires ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Buenos Aires to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Buenos Aires in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Buenos Aires right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Toronto to Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are highlights which should be on any good Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be explored after you've experienced Buenos Aires. Around 170 miles to the north-west, popular attractions include Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Around 35 miles south-east of Buenos Aires, La Plata is another essential stop in Argentina. Start your sightseeing at Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.