Travelling from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport (CNS): What you need to know
Buenos Aires has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport (CNS) heading out from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is 13 hours ahead of Buenos Aires. Cairns Airport is located in Cairns.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Buenos Aires to CNS.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Jorge Newbery Airport has a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from AEP arrive on schedule 83.76% of the time.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
You can get to EZE from central Buenos Aires in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your Buenos Aires to CNS flight:
Ministro Pistarini Airport has a track record for punctuality. 83.93% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Cairns Airport (CNS)
Reserve a hotel near CNS if you have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast to explore Cairns and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport flight.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport to central Cairns is around 5 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport (CNS)
$1,902 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport. A return flight starts from $2,759. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Buenos Aires to CNS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is when most people book flights from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport (CNS). Visit Cairns in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Buenos Aires to CNS flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport in August when temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Cairns
Start your Cairns trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Cairns Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Great Barrier Reef and Barrier Reef Park are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Cairns must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a trip to Townsville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Reef HQ and Botanic Gardens.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Australia, head for North Ward, about 290 kilometres south-east of Cairns. The Strand Jetty, Ocean Siren Statue and The Drill Hall Studio are the start of reasons to visit.
