Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Cologne, where Cologne Bonn Airport is located.
To avoid missing your CGN to Buenos Aires flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a plane ticket from CGN to Buenos Aires, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is a popular stop on this route.
Located around 8 miles from the centre of Cologne, CGN can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CGN:
Of the flights that depart from Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Buenos Aires flight is £380. The cheapest price for a return flight is £701. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CGN to Buenos Aires if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to the centre of Buenos Aires takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 9 miles away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Pick up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and explore Buenos Aires and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead of your flight from CGN to Buenos Aires can help you get the best possible rate.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 20 miles from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CGN to Buenos Aires flight:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make collecting a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from EZE one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Before securing your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Buenos Aires, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Buenos Aires offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Cologne Bonn Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket with a departure in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CGN to Buenos Aires in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Buenos Aires:
Recoleta Cemetery and Obelisco de Buenos Aires are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Buenos Aires must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Argentina waiting to be explored. About 170 miles north-west of Buenos Aires, a trip to Rosario will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Mar Del Plata is another standout destination in Argentina and is around 240 miles south of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without experiencing Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.
