Flying from Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport (UYU): What you need to know
The timezone in Uyuni is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Buenos Aires. Uyuni Airport is located in Uyuni.
To ensure you get on your flight from Buenos Aires to UYU, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield earns top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from AEP arrive at their destination without delay.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
You can reach EZE from the centre of Buenos Aires in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Buenos Aires to UYU flight? Check in to a hotel near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 84% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Uyuni Airport (UYU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near UYU instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport (UYU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport is $418. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $815. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Buenos Aires to UYU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport (UYU)
October is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport (UYU), while October is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Uyuni based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Buenos Aires to UYU plane ticket departing in November if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Uyuni to range from 0ºC to 20ºC.
July sees temperatures of between -3ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Uyuni
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Uyuni Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Uyuni:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Uyuni when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Salt Flats followed by Uyuni Park and Salar de Uyuni.
Explore more of Bolivia
Uyuni is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Bolivia just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres northeast of Uyuni, a trip to Sucre will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like La Recoleta, Centro Històrico - UNESCO and Simon Bolivar Park.
Around 274 kilometres north of Uyuni, Oruro is another essential stop in Bolivia. Start your sightseeing at Carnaval de oruro, Monumento a la Virgen del Socavon and Catedral de Oruro.
