Travelling from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is two hours ahead of Pereira, where Matecana International Airport is located. Buenos Aires runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
To avoid missing your PEI to Buenos Aires flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flight tickets from PEI to Buenos Aires, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Central Pereira to PEI is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Matecana International Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PEI:
61.6% of flights taking off from Matecana International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Matecana International Airport to Buenos Aires flight is Rs84,593. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs156,734. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from PEI to Buenos Aires, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Matecana International Airport to Buenos Aires is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across every month and land an incredible deal.
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Find an affordable flight from Matecana International Airport to Buenos Aires with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to AEP if you have a late flight from Matecana International Airport to Buenos Aires. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and explore beyond Buenos Aires's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week in advance of your flight from PEI to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. After your flight from Matecana International Airport to Buenos Aires, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Following your PEI to Buenos Aires flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near EZE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from EZE one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Travel to Buenos Aires during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Matecana International Airport to Buenos Aires in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Matecana International Airport to Buenos Aires flight ticket with a departure in January to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 31ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 15ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from PEI to Buenos Aires around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Matecana International Airport to Buenos Aires, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
Recoleta Cemetery and Obelisco de Buenos Aires are just two of the big attractions to add to your Buenos Aires travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
You've visited Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover more of Argentina. Travel around 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to tick off its leading sights. From Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument) to Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. Experience major highlights starting with Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.