Flying from Beijing to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Beijing has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Buenos Aires flying out of Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Touch down in Buenos Aires at Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Buenos Aires is 11 hours behind Beijing and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Beijing to Buenos Aires flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Buenos Aires
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Beijing to Buenos Aires flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Beijing to Buenos Aires flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
PEK is around 16 miles from central Beijing. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Buenos Aires or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of all flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Break up your Beijing to Buenos Aires flight with a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). A main stopover between Daxing International Airport and Buenos Aires, it's the perfect opportunity to take a moment to relax.
PKX is about 30 miles from central Beijing. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Buenos Aires:
Flights from Daxing International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 89% of them landing right on cue.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 4 miles from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing 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 relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Travel at your own pace with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and experience more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week before your trip.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The center of Buenos Aires is around 15 miles from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from Beijing to Buenos Aires has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Beijing to Buenos Aires:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at EZE can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Buenos Aires. August is the busiest month for a trip to Buenos Aires. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in a Beijing to Buenos Aires ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Buenos Aires to range from 66ºF to 88ºF.
July sees average temperatures of between 41ºF and 59ºF. Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Buenos Aires around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Beijing to Buenos Aires, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Recoleta Cemetery are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Buenos Aires to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be discovered once you've seen Buenos Aires. Around 170 miles to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
La Plata is another standout destination in Argentina and is around 35 miles south-east of Buenos Aires. No trip is complete without a visit to Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.
