Flying from Rome to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Rome. Explore your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when searching for a flight from Rome to Buenos Aires.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Buenos Aires, Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the major entry points.
A direct flight from Rome to Buenos Aires takes on average 14 hours 18 minutes. The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3, making it 4 hours behind Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 19 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Rome to Buenos Aires is with ITA Airways at 22:30. Go for the first FCO to EZE departure operated by ITA Airways at 13:50 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rome to Buenos Aires, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You won't need a visa for Argentina if you hold a passport from Italy and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your cheap flights from Rome to Buenos Aires, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Rome to Buenos Aires, you can board one at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Travel from FCO to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) in one seamless journey.
Book your direct flight from Rome to Buenos Aires with ITA Airways. This popular airline offers services from FCO.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Rome to Buenos Aires. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes around 51 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 39 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Buenos Aires with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and Buenos Aires are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in about 42 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Rome to Buenos Aires? Check in to a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires takes around 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 38 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to Buenos Aires. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
After your flight from Rome to Buenos Aires has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 36 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to EZE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Rome to Buenos Aires:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Buenos Aires
P26,722 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Buenos Aires. Return flights start from P43,356. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Rome to Buenos Aires.
The cheapest month for tickets from Rome to Buenos Aires is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Best time to go to Buenos Aires
April is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Buenos Aires, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Buenos Aires based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before you book a flight from Rome 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.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Buenos Aires around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
After booking your flight from Rome to Buenos Aires, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are popular attractions which should feature on every Buenos Aires itinerary.
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