Flying from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport (MAR): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport (MAR). Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's main airports.
The timezone in Maracaibo is UTC-4, which is 1 hour behind Buenos Aires. La Chinita Airport is located in Maracaibo.
To ensure you catch your flight from Buenos Aires to MAR, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
AEP is around 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 38 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Give yourself a moment to freshen up during your flight from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport with a stopover. Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is one of the main options between Ministro Pistarini Airport and MAR.
On public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in around 2 hours and 8 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 36 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Buenos Aires to MAR, stay in one of these hotels near Ministro Pistarini Airport:
About La Chinita Airport (MAR)
Reserve a hotel near MAR if you're catching a late flight from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from La Chinita Airport (MAR) to central Maracaibo
La Chinita Airport to the centre of Maracaibo takes about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport (MAR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport is C$455. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$963. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to get flight tickets from Buenos Aires to MAR. You're more likely to bag a bargain and enjoy a wider selection of departure times and dates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport (MAR)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Maracaibo, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Maracaibo. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Buenos Aires to MAR sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Maracaibo
Start your Maracaibo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to La Chinita Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Lake Maracaibo, Paseo del Lago II Etapa and Palacio de Eventos are must-do's during your Maracaibo adventure.
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