Travelling from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport (BHI): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport (BHI). Explore the options for taking off from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport flight.
Comandante Airport is located in Bahia Blanca. The city's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Buenos Aires.
The busiest route is from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to Comandante Airport (BHI), with 21 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from AEP to BHI is the 5:55am Aerolineas Argentinas service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 8:15pm with Aerolineas Argentinas.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Buenos Aires to BHI.
With more travellers during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
You can jump on a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport (BHI) out of Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP).
Aerolineas Argentinas is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport departing from AEP.
Most passengers choose to fly with Aerolineas Argentinas between AEP and BHI.
Aerolineas Argentinas is the most punctual carrier. A reliable 88.02% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
The journey from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Jorge Newbery Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83.76% of flights that depart AEP reach their destination without delay.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Catching a flight out of Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)? Direct Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport (BHI) flight tickets are available from here.
Catch your direct flight from Buenos Aires to BHI with Aerolineas Argentinas. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of EZE.
On the EZE to BHI route, Aerolineas Argentinas is the top airline in terms of bookings.
You can reach EZE from the centre of Buenos Aires in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Buenos Aires to BHI flight? Unwind in a hotel near Ministro Pistarini Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that leave Ministro Pistarini Airport reach their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 83.93%.
About Comandante Airport (BHI)
Arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay a short drive from BHI at Hotel Argos.
Explore without limits with a Comandante Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Hertz or Localiza and see more of Bahia Blanca and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport flight.
Getting from Comandante Airport (BHI) to central Bahia Blanca
The centre of Bahia Blanca is around 11 kilometres from Comandante Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport (BHI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport is Rs13,954. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs28,224. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Buenos Aires to BHI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport (BHI)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport (BHI). August is when most people travel to Bahia Blanca. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
Book a Buenos Aires to BHI flight ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bahia Blanca to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 15ºC.
More about Bahia Blanca
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bahia Blanca right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Buenos Aires to Comandante Airport:
Teatro Municipal de Bahia Blanca and Punto Panoramico are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Bahia Blanca travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Museos de Arte MBA-MAC.
Explore more of Argentina
Santa Rosa is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bahia Blanca. Around 306 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Teatro Espanol, Museo Provincial de Artes and Recreativo Laguna Don Tomás Santa Rosa Park.
If you want to check out another major stop in Argentina, head for Olavarria, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Bahia Blanca. Plaza España, Church of St. Lucia and Bioparque Municipal La Maxima are among its highlights.
