Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is four hours ahead of Santa Ana, where John Wayne Airport is located. Buenos Aires follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your SNA to Buenos Aires flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from SNA to Buenos Aires. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
SNA is around 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SNA:
John Wayne Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.53% of flights that take off from SNA land on time.
SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Buenos Aires
ر.ق. 1,958 is currently the best price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Buenos Aires flight. Return flight tickets start at ر.ق. 3,105. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from SNA to Buenos Aires, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from John Wayne Airport to Buenos Aires across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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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. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from John Wayne Airport to Buenos Aires. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and experience more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week in advance of your flight from SNA to Buenos Aires can help you get the best possible rate.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from John Wayne Airport to Buenos Aires has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near EZE. Kick back and get cosy after your SNA to Buenos Aires flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make picking up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from EZE one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from John Wayne Airport to Buenos Aires. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Buenos Aires in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Book your John Wayne Airport to Buenos Aires flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNA to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 15ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Buenos Aires right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from John Wayne Airport to Buenos Aires:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Recoleta Cemetery, Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Casa Rosada are must-do's during your Buenos Aires adventure.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Mar Del Plata is another essential stop in Argentina and is around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without experiencing Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.
