Travelling from Houston to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Houston. Explore your options departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) when searching for a flight from Houston to Buenos Aires.
When working out where to land in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the primary gateways.
Around 9 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Houston to Buenos Aires flight.
Buenos Aires's timezone is UTC-3, making Buenos Aires three hours ahead of Houston.
The most popular route for flights from Houston to Buenos Aires is from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Choose from ten services every week between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from IAH to EZE is the 18:30 United Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 20:35 with United Airlines.
To ensure you make your Houston to Buenos Aires flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Buenos Aires
To find cheap Houston to Buenos Aires flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Houston to Buenos Aires, you can depart from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH). Get from IAH to Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) in one continuous trip.
United Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Houston to Buenos Aires plane tickets from IAH.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Houston to Buenos Aires flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Bogota Airport (BOG)
Lima Airport (LIM)
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston to Buenos Aires or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the departures from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Houston to Buenos Aires flight, check out these options when leaving from Houston Hobby Airport:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
You can get to HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Buenos Aires:
79% of flights taking off from Houston Hobby Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Grab a Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and discover Buenos Aires and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are top outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
As soon as your flight from Houston to Buenos Aires has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is approximately 24 kilometres from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near EZE. Unwind after your Houston to Buenos Aires flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from EZE one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
El Palomar Airport (EPA)
Jump off your flight from Houston to Buenos Aires and head straight for your hotel or start exploring the sights right away. The centre of Buenos Aires is about 16 kilometres from El Palomar Airport (EPA).
Set your GPS and zoom off to your next destination with a El Palomar Airport rental car. Whether you're after a nimble compact or a full-size SUV, you'll find the perfect set of wheels from Rent A Car or Rent A Car.
If you'd like a certain make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Book your ride from EPA a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Houston to Buenos Aires.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Buenos Aires. To escape the crowds, head to Buenos Aires in March.
Before locking in your Houston to Buenos Aires tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Buenos Aires around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Teatro Colón, El Ateneo Grand Splendid and Recoleta Cemetery are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Argentina just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres northwest of Buenos Aires, a trip to Rosario will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Casa Natal Che Guevara, Monumento al Che Guevara and Museo de la Memoria.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Argentina, head for La Plata, about 56 kilometres southeast of Buenos Aires. Museum of Contemporary Latin American Art, Teatro Argentino and Catedral de La Plata are key highlights.