Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is 4 hours behind Rome, where Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located. Buenos Aires operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
With 19 weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is the busiest route. ITA Airways operates the earliest flight at 13:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from FCO to EZE is with ITA Airways at 22:30.
To ensure you catch your flight from FCO to Buenos Aires, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Nonstop flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Buenos Aires are available for booking. Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is where you'll be touching down.
ITA Airways is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires.
We make it simple to plan a flight from FCO to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you have a passport from Italy and plan to travel to Argentina for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in approximately 39 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 51 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to FCO? If you're boarding an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires is Rs125,233. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs207,488. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from FCO to Buenos Aires, book your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires takes around 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 38 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is about 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 36 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 8 minutes.
After your flight from FCO to Buenos Aires, kick back at a hotel close to EZE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires. August is the most popular month to visit Buenos Aires. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from FCO to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 15ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
After locking in your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are must-visits when exploring Buenos Aires.
Complete your Buenos Aires trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Buenos Aires and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Buenos Aires.
