Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is 4 hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your flight from ZRH to Buenos Aires. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can visit Argentina for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Switzerland. But before booking your cheap tickets from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
The journey from central Zurich to ZRH takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 miles in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZRH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Buenos Aires
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires is £307. The cheapest price for a return flight is £670. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from ZRH to Buenos Aires, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is approximately 9 miles. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 38 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
As soon as your flight from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 36 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 20 miles from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near EZE. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from ZRH to Buenos Aires at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Buenos Aires, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from ZRH to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 15ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Buenos Aires right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are must-visits when exploring Buenos Aires.
Complete your Buenos Aires trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Buenos Aires and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Zurich Airport to Buenos Aires.