Travelling from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is five hours ahead of Oakland, where San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your OAK to Buenos Aires flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Whether you're eager to discover a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book plane tickets from OAK to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) is one of your choices.
OAK is about 11 kilometres from central Oakland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near OAK? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
82% of flights leaving San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of OAK.
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Buenos Aires flight is Rs112,542. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs240,616. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from OAK to Buenos Aires, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Buenos Aires is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across every month and snap up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
The distance from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Buenos Aires. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield about one week in advance of your flight from OAK to Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is about 32 kilometres from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). After your flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to EZE. Kick back and get cosy after your OAK to Buenos Aires flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from EZE one week in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Buenos Aires. September is the most popular month to visit Buenos Aires. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Book your San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 16ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from OAK to Buenos Aires around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Buenos Aires, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
El Ateneo Grand Splendid and Teatro Colon are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Buenos Aires to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Recoleta Cemetery.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover more of Argentina. Travel about 274 kilometres northwest to Rosario to tick off its must-visit sights. From Casa Natal Che Guevara to Monumento al Che Guevara and Casa Natal de Lionel Messi, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. Experience major highlights starting with Teatro Colon, Playa Popular and Aquasol Water Park.
