Flying from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Sao Paulo has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires flying out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Hop off your plane in Buenos Aires at Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires. These two cities share the same timezone (UTC-3).
With 238 weekly flights between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires with Aerolineas Argentinas at 01:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from GRU to AEP is with Aerolineas Argentinas at 23:45.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can visit Argentina for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Brazil. But before booking your cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or another reason.
Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Start your journey at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), which offers a range of direct flights from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires. From GRU, you can seamlessly jet into Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires are available from a good range of airlines at GRU. Fly with any of these:
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Split up your flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and Buenos Aires include:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
VCP is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 1 hour and 16 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires? Unwind in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 38 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is about 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 36 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 8 minutes.
After your flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires, rest your head at a hotel near EZE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires is 79 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 220 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires. August is the busiest month to travel to Buenos Aires. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Recoleta Cemetery are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Buenos Aires to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Casa Rosada.
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