Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is 4 hours behind Alicante, where Alicante-Elche Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from ALC to Buenos Aires, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ALC to Buenos Aires. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you have a passport from Spain and are travelling to Argentina for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Buenos Aires.
ALC is about 14 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 47 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near ALC. Whether you have an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Buenos Aires or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Buenos Aires
C$588 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Buenos Aires. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,343. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from ALC to Buenos Aires. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Buenos Aires.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 38 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Buenos Aires. Book one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is approximately 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Buenos Aires has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 36 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours and 8 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from ALC to Buenos Aires:
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the busiest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Buenos Aires. To escape the crowds, head for Buenos Aires in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Buenos Aires in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from ALC to Buenos Aires in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Buenos Aires right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Buenos Aires itinerary.
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