Flying from Buenos Aires to Seoul: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Buenos Aires to Seoul flying out of Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
When it comes to planning your arrival in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the chief entry points.
Seoul is 12 hours ahead of Buenos Aires and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Buenos Aires to Seoul flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Seoul
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Buenos Aires to Seoul flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Buenos Aires to Seoul.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
AEP is around 6 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
64% of flights that leave from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Buenos Aires to Seoul flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport and Seoul:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
EZE is about 24 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Buenos Aires to Seoul, kick back in one of these hotels close to Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Seoul. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Buenos Aires to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 18 kilometres from central Seoul. After your flight from Buenos Aires to Seoul, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Buenos Aires to Seoul:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
March is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Seoul, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Seoul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Buenos Aires to Seoul tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Seoul, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk.
If you're looking to explore another corner of South Korea, consider Incheon, about 27 kilometres southwest of Seoul. Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park are key highlights.