Travelling from Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is one hour ahead of Oranjestad, where Queen Beatrix International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your AUA to Buenos Aires flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
The journey from central Oranjestad to AUA takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near AUA? If you're catching an early flight from Queen Beatrix International Airport to Buenos Aires, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights departing from Queen Beatrix International Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) to Buenos Aires
$403 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Queen Beatrix International Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return plane ticket starts from $877. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from AUA to Buenos Aires, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
The distance from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to AEP if you have a late flight from Queen Beatrix International Airport to Buenos Aires. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Booking your ride from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield about one week ahead of your flight from AUA to Buenos Aires can help you secure the lowest rate.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
After your flight from Queen Beatrix International Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 32 kilometres from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your AUA to Buenos Aires flight:
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from EZE one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
September is the most popular month for flights from Queen Beatrix International Airport to Buenos Aires. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Buenos Aires in December.
Book a Queen Beatrix International Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket with a departure in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AUA to Buenos Aires in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Queen Beatrix International Airport to Buenos Aires, explore our selection of hotels including:
El Ateneo Grand Splendid and Teatro Colon are just two of the top attractions to add to your Buenos Aires to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Recoleta Cemetery.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Argentina just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres northwest of Buenos Aires, a trip to Rosario will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Casa Natal Che Guevara, Monumento al Che Guevara and Casa Natal de Lionel Messi.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Teatro Colon, Playa Popular and Aquasol Water Park.