Travelling from Buenos Aires to Belfast: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Buenos Aires to Belfast flying out of Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's major gateways.
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Belfast three hours ahead of Buenos Aires.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Buenos Aires to Belfast flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Belfast
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Buenos Aires to Belfast flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Buenos Aires to Belfast across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Belfast by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Buenos Aires to Belfast flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
AEP is around 6 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Buenos Aires to Belfast or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
83.76% of flights departing from Jorge Newbery Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from AEP.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Split up your Buenos Aires to Belfast flight with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Belfast are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can reach EZE from central Buenos Aires in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 27 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your flight from Buenos Aires to Belfast:
Most flights that depart Ministro Pistarini Airport land at their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 84%.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Buenos Aires to Belfast. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Belfast International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and explore beyond Belfast's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Buenos Aires to Belfast flight.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is roughly 5 kilometres from central Belfast. Once you've disembarked your flight from Buenos Aires to Belfast, it takes approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near BHD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Buenos Aires to Belfast:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Sixt and Alamo.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Buenos Aires to Belfast. August is the most popular month to travel to Belfast. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
Lock in a Buenos Aires to Belfast ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Belfast to range from 10ºC to 19ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Belfast, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belfast:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are top attractions which should be on every Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another corner of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are the start of reasons to visit.
