Travelling from San Rafael Airport (AFA) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires and San Rafael (where San Rafael Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
To ensure you get on your flight from AFA to Buenos Aires, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Direct flights from San Rafael Airport (AFA) to Buenos Aires are available for booking. Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is where you'll arrive.
Check out the offers from Aerolineas Argentinas. This airline has direct flights from San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires.
You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within Argentina. You will need a valid form of identification however, like a driver's licence or ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've booked your flight tickets from San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires.
Central San Rafael to AFA is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 11 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to AFA:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Rafael Airport (AFA) to Buenos Aires
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires is C$83. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$168. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AFA to Buenos Aires, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a ticket from San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires.
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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 by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 38 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. After your flight from San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires, it'll take you around 36 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 8 minutes.
After your flight from AFA to Buenos Aires, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to EZE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Buenos Aires, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Lock in your flight from San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires for January to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap flights from AFA to Buenos Aires in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay 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 San Rafael Airport to Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Buenos Aires itinerary.
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