Travelling from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport (LPB): what you need to know
Buenos Aires has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport (LPB) leaving from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
The timezone in La Paz is UTC-4, which is 1 hour behind Buenos Aires. El Alto International Airport is located in La Paz.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Buenos Aires to LPB.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 38 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Jorge Newbery Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Consider adding a stop at Viru Viru International Airport (VVI). It's a major stopover on a flight from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport (LPB) departing Ministro Pistarini Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a short break to grab a bite to eat at the airport.
You can reach EZE from central Buenos Aires in about 36 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Buenos Aires to LPB, take it easy in one of these hotels near Ministro Pistarini Airport:
About El Alto International Airport (LPB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LPB:
Getting from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to central La Paz
From El Alto International Airport, La Paz is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport is Rs63,822. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs101,905. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from Buenos Aires to LPB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport across the entire month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
February is the quietest time to fly to La Paz. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for La Paz. November is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Buenos Aires to LPB sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 2ºC and 15ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to El Alto International Airport in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about La Paz
During your stay in La Paz, make sure you visit Valle de la Luna. It'll be one of your trip highlights.
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