Traveling from Seoul to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Seoul to Buenos Aires. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's main airports.
Touch down in Buenos Aires at Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Buenos Aires's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Buenos Aires 12 hours behind Seoul.
To ensure you catch your Seoul to Buenos Aires flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Buenos Aires
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Seoul to Buenos Aires flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Buenos Aires is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Seoul to Buenos Aires by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Seoul to Buenos Aires flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
We make it simple to book a Seoul to Buenos Aires flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Incheon International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Located around 48 kilometers from central Seoul, ICN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seoul to Buenos Aires? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Incheon International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Incheon International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
You can reach GMP from central Seoul in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 18 kilometers or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not book an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Buenos Aires:
Most flights that leave Gimpo International Airport make it to their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 81%.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is approximately 6 kilometers from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Get your adventure underway 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.
Reserving your ride from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is about 24 kilometers from central Buenos Aires. Following your flight from Seoul to Buenos Aires, it takes approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near EZE. Unwind after your Seoul to Buenos Aires flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and set off in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from EZE one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
El Palomar Airport (EPA)
Jump off your flight from Seoul to Buenos Aires and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Buenos Aires is around 16 kilometers from El Palomar Airport (EPA).
Pin all the main attractions on a map and let your El Palomar Airport rental car help take you there. Book with Rent A Car or Rent A Car and get to wherever you want to go in comfort.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Seoul to Buenos Aires is a smart move. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at EPA.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Buenos Aires. August is the most popular month to visit Buenos Aires. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your Seoul to Buenos Aires tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Buenos Aires in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Buenos Aires, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Teatro Colón, El Ateneo Grand Splendid and Recoleta Cemetery are must-visits when exploring Buenos Aires.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometers to the northwest, its top attractions include Casa Natal Che Guevara, Monumento al Che Guevara and Museo de la Memoria.
Around 56 kilometers southeast of Buenos Aires, La Plata is another favorite stop in Argentina. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museum of Contemporary Latin American Art, Teatro Argentino and Catedral de La Plata.