Flying from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is three hours ahead of Monterrey, where Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your MTY to Buenos Aires flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MTY to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The journey from central Monterrey to MTY takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to MTY? If you've booked an early flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Buenos Aires, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport's on-time performance, 68.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Buenos Aires flight is $508. The cheapest price for a return flight is $802. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MTY to Buenos Aires. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Buenos Aires is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across every month and land an incredible deal.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and explore beyond Buenos Aires's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead of your flight from MTY to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. After your flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Buenos Aires, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near EZE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MTY to Buenos Aires flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from EZE one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Visit Buenos Aires during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Buenos Aires during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MTY to Buenos Aires in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Buenos Aires
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Buenos Aires right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Buenos Aires:
Recoleta Cemetery and Obelisco de Buenos Aires are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Buenos Aires itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be explored after you've seen Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, popular 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 sought-after destination in Argentina and is around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without seeing Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.
