Compare flight prices from Aerolíneas Argentinas, American Airlines, Delta and more. Direct flights from $480 round trip. Flight time: 11h.
| Route | New York (JFK) → Buenos Aires (EZE) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 8,530 km (5,297 miles) |
| Flight time | 11h |
| Direct flights | Yes |
| Prices from | $480 round trip |
| Best months to fly | Apr-Jun, Aug-Oct |
The New York to Buenos Aires route is a well-served route connecting JFK and EZE. With 5 airlines competing on this route, travelers can find competitive fares starting from $480 for a round trip. Direct flights take approximately 11h, covering a distance of 8,530 km.
Average round-trip prices from New York to Buenos Aires by month. Highlighted months typically offer the best deals.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $686 | $566 | $542 | $418 | $676 | $466 | $576 | $494 | $547 | $423 | $667 | $633 |
Prices are estimates based on historical data and may vary. Use the search widget above for current fares.
The following airlines operate direct flights on this route:
Aeroparque (AEP) is the domestic/regional airport in the city center — international flights use Ezeiza (EZE), 35km out. Aerolíneas Argentinas runs direct JFK-EZE. Connecting through Bogotá or Lima on LATAM can save $100+. Argentina's exchange rate makes it extremely affordable once you arrive.
For the best prices, we recommend comparing across multiple booking platforms:
Near New York: EWR (Newark). Lower fares are sometimes available from these airports, especially on budget and regional carriers.
Near Buenos Aires: AEP (Aeroparque). Low-cost carriers often serve secondary airports. The fare savings can be substantial, though check the cost and time of getting to/from the city center.
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Buenos Aires:
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With 5 airlines competing on New York–Buenos Aires, price wars work in your favor — particularly when low-cost carriers force full-service airlines to match base fares on the same corridor.
Pricing on this route reacts to both leisure and business demand. When conferences and events drive up fares in one direction, flying the reverse — or shifting dates by a few days — can still find reasonable prices.
For a long-haul flight like New York–Buenos Aires, start searching 8–12 weeks before departure. International fares hit their cheapest window 2–3 months out — earlier bookings carry a premium, and last-minute prices are usually the highest. Begin with Google Flights for its calendar view, then run the same search on Skyscanner and the Kiwi.com widget above — different platforms pull different deals.
On long-haul routes like this, mixing carriers on different segments can produce lower total costs. Book the outbound with one airline and the return with another if the pricing works out.
A 11h flight from New York to Buenos Aires means the onboard experience genuinely matters. Seat pitch, meal quality, and entertainment options vary significantly between carriers on this route — check SeatGuru for your specific aircraft before choosing.
Ground transport from the airport to the city center is worth researching in advance. Pre-booked transfers are often cheaper and more reliable than taxi queues, especially at unfamiliar airports.
Competition between Aerolíneas Argentinas, American Airlines, Delta and United on this route works in your favor. Use it: search the same dates across at least two booking platforms, because different aggregators have different deals with airlines and the cheapest option varies by the day.
Pay attention to what is included in the fare. Budget carriers may quote a lower headline price but charge separately for carry-on bags, seat assignments, and in-flight meals. On a route like New York to Buenos Aires, the fare difference between a full-service and a budget carrier after extras can shrink to almost nothing.
Search New York to Buenos Aires fares using the widget above, which pulls live prices from Kiwi.com. For a second opinion, check Skyscanner's "whole month" view — it shows you the cheapest day to fly at a glance.
If the price you see today looks reasonable compared to the monthly averages in our table above, book it. Waiting for a further drop is a gamble that more often results in paying more, not less.
Flights from New York to Buenos Aires start from $480 round trip. Prices vary by season — the cheapest months are typically Apr-Jun, Aug-Oct. Use the search widget above to compare current prices.
A direct flight from New York (JFK) to Buenos Aires (EZE) takes approximately 11h. The distance is 8,530 km (5,297 miles).
Airlines operating flights from New York to Buenos Aires include Aerolíneas Argentinas, American Airlines, Delta, United, LATAM.
The cheapest months to fly from New York to Buenos Aires are Apr-Jun, Aug-Oct. Booking 6-8 weeks in advance and being flexible with travel dates will help you find the lowest fares.
Yes, alternative airports near Buenos Aires include AEP (Aeroparque). A secondary airport can mean lower fares, but weigh the transfer time and cost against the savings.
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