Flying from Shanghai to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires. Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
Arrive in Buenos Aires at Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3, which is 11 hours behind Shanghai.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Shanghai to Buenos Aires flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Buenos Aires
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Shanghai to Buenos Aires flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Shanghai to Buenos Aires is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
We make it simple to book a Shanghai to Buenos Aires flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
PVG is about 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Shanghai Pudong Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Shanghai Pudong Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from PVG arrive at their destination on time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
You can get to SHA from central Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires? Kick back in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
The majority of flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao Airport reach their destination as planned. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 85%.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 6 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and explore beyond Buenos Aires's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. Following your flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to EZE. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from EZE one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
El Palomar Airport (EPA)
Once your flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires has arrived, the city centre is likely your next destination. El Palomar Airport (EPA) is around 16 kilometres from central Buenos Aires.
Pin all the key attractions on a map and let your El Palomar Airport rental car help get you there. Book with Rent A Car or Rent A Car and travel around in comfort.
If you prefer a specific type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Secure your ride from EPA a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Buenos Aires. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Buenos Aires in March.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Book your Shanghai to Buenos Aires ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 16ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Buenos Aires right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Teatro Colón, El Ateneo Grand Splendid and Recoleta Cemetery are popular attractions which should feature on every Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Argentina you should also see. Around 274 kilometres northwest of Buenos Aires, a trip to Rosario will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Casa Natal Che Guevara, Monumento al Che Guevara and Museo de la Memoria.
La Plata is another favourite destination in Argentina and is around 56 kilometres southeast of Buenos Aires. No trip is complete without dropping by Museum of Contemporary Latin American Art, Teatro Argentino and Catedral de La Plata.
