Traveling from Ottawa to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Buenos Aires taking off from here.
When working out where to arrive in Buenos Aires, Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the primary gateways.
Leave enough time to make your Ottawa to Buenos Aires flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Buenos Aires
To pick up cheap Ottawa to Buenos Aires flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Ottawa to Buenos Aires is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Ottawa to Buenos Aires or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
58.21% of flights that take off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport land at their destination on time.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 4 miles from the center of Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when traveling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ottawa to Buenos Aires. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Pick up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and explore Buenos Aires and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week before your departure date.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is around 15 miles from central Buenos Aires. Following your flight from Ottawa to Buenos Aires, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to EZE. Settle in and get cozy after your Ottawa to Buenos Aires flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from EZE one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa to Buenos Aires. August is the most popular month for a trip to Buenos Aires. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your Ottawa to Buenos Aires tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 66ºF to 88ºF.
Look for cheap flights from Ottawa to Buenos Aires in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 41ºF and 59ºF on average.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Ottawa to Buenos Aires:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are essential stops on your Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be discovered after you've seen Buenos Aires. Around 170 miles to the north-west, its top attractions include Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
If you want to check out another major destination in Argentina, head for La Plata, roughly 35 miles south-east of Buenos Aires. Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte are among its highlights.
