Flying from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport (AFA): What you need to know
Your travel story starts at one of Buenos Aires's main airports, Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). Explore the options for booking a flight from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport (AFA) taking off from either of these.
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport flight.
San Rafael Airport is located in San Rafael. The city's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to San Rafael Airport (AFA) is the most popular route, with 6 direct services each week. Get from AEP to AFA on Aerolineas Argentinas's 10:45am flight.
To ensure you catch your flight from Buenos Aires to AFA, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like September or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport (AFA) can be booked from this terminal.
Aerolineas Argentinas is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport departing from AEP.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Aerolineas Argentinas between AEP and AFA.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Aerolineas Argentinas. Its services arrive as scheduled 79.31% of the time.
AEP is about 8 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield:
Of the flights that depart from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield, 64% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
You can book a direct Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport (AFA) plane ticket with departures from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). Decide if leaving from EZE is a better fit for your trip.
Catch your direct flight from Buenos Aires to AFA with Aerolineas Argentinas. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of EZE.
Aerolineas Argentinas is the most frequently booked airline flying from EZE to AFA.
Go with Aerolineas Argentinas for the most punctual service. Its flights between Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport and San Rafael Airport land as scheduled 100.0% of the time.
With public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Buenos Aires to AFA flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
About San Rafael Airport (AFA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near AFA:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport flight.
Getting from San Rafael Airport (AFA) to central San Rafael
San Rafael Airport is around 10 kilometres from central San Rafael. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport (AFA)
Currently, ر.ق. 221 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 741. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Buenos Aires to AFA by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
January is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport (AFA)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to San Rafael. October is when most people book flights from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport (AFA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in San Rafael is January, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Buenos Aires to AFA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 16ºC.
More about San Rafael
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in San Rafael right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to San Rafael Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. La Vieja Usina, Plaza San Martin and Catedral San Rafael Arcangel are essential stops on your San Rafael itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Mendoza is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of San Rafael. Around 193 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Parque General San Martin, Plaza Independencia and Bodega La Rural Wine Museum.
Around 241 kilometres northeast of San Rafael, San Luis is another essential stop in Argentina. No visit is complete without checking out Iglesia Catedral de San Luis, Plaza Independencia and Casa De Las Culturas.
