Travelling from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport (IPC): what you need to know
Buenos Aires is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport (IPC) flying out of Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Mataveri International Airport is located in Easter Island. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 2 hours behind Buenos Aires.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Buenos Aires to IPC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes approximately 38 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in about 2 hours and 8 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 36 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Buenos Aires to IPC, stay in one of these hotels near Ministro Pistarini Airport:
About Mataveri International Airport (IPC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IPC if you're catching a late flight from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Mataveri International Airport (IPC) to central Easter Island
Mataveri International Airport to the centre of Easter Island is around 5 minutes in a car. It's approximately 2 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport (IPC)
For a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport, ر.ق. 1,094 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from ر.ق. 1,729. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to IPC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked 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 Mataveri International Airport (IPC)
August is the most popular month for flights from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Easter Island in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Easter Island is February, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Buenos Aires to IPC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport in September if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Easter Island
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Easter Island right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Buenos Aires to Mataveri International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Rano Raraku, Anakena Beach and Rano Kau are essential stops on your Easter Island itinerary.
