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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Mexico City to Buenos Aires:

• Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 5:38 pm
• Latest: departs at 9:55 pm and lands at 7:08 am.

The flight takes about 9h 13m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Mexico City to Buenos Aires:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Mexico City to Buenos Aires takes 9h 13m, covering 4,589 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Mexico City to Buenos Aires range from $705 to $986, with an average of $830 over the past 12 months. Anything below $705 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $830 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $711 round-trip via Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE), compared to $937 for nonstop.

Aeromexico is the only airline operating Mexico City to Buenos Aires flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Mexico City to Buenos Aires flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $595 to $4,790. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Mexico City to Buenos Aires are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $409, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

Since Buenos Aires is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) — daily rates from around $15:

• Hertz
• Rentacar
• Street Rent a Car
• Alamo
• Localiza

Near Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) — daily rates from around $25:

• Alamo
• Hertz
• Localiza
• Rentacar
• Europcar

Flights from Mexico City to Buenos Aires usually depart from Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and may arrive at several airports in Buenos Aires area, including Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) and Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini (EZE).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Mexico City to Buenos Aires route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 49m.

One-stop flights from Mexico City to Buenos Aires most commonly connect through:

• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 58% of one-stop connections
• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Mexico City to Buenos Aires. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $811 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $881, a difference of $70.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Aeromexico operates flights between Mexico City and Buenos Aires.

Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h, compared with 13h 11m via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) and 13h 24m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

Buenos Aires is 3 hours ahead of Mexico City (Argentina Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Buenos Aires are Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Estadio Monumental and Parque Centenario. These are among the most viewed places in Buenos Aires on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Mexico City to Buenos Aires flights:

• Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Aeromexico: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

You can either take a taxi or use the bus service to cover the short trip from EZE Airport to downtown. The bus service has only one upside over using a taxi, the cost is only a fraction of what you would pay for a taxi. Otherwise, they are often crowded, have limited luggage space, and stop frequently before getting to downtown.

A visa will not be required for US citizens to be allowed into Argentina as long as the planned trip doesn’t exceed 90 days. Otherwise, you will need to apply for a visa with the Argentinian Embassy beforehand to avoid any trouble with immigration officials upon landing in Buenos Aires. You also need to have your passport which must be valid at the time of entry and have at least one blank page for immigration stamps.

Buenos Aires is served by two major airports; Aeroparque Internacional Jorge Newbery (AEP) and Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) meaning you have two options for landing in the city. AEP Airport is located right in the heart of Buenos Aires making it a better option for anyone looking for the closest airport in the city compared to EZE Airport which is a good 14 miles away. However, it is worth noting that Ezeiza Airport is the bigger airport in the city and offers more connections to other international destinations.

The airline you’re traveling with has a huge bearing on where you will have your layover for this trip if you choose to book connecting flights. Most flights by LATAM Airlines are set for a layover in Lima while Copa Airlines has theirs scheduled for Panama City. Avianca on the other hand will have its layovers in Bogota. This is important information to know before your flight to ensure that you get the necessary transit visa where applicable and avoid trouble with immigration officials.