Flights to Argentina from the US
Which Argentina cities have a US route, what the fares looked like this week, when to go, and what to expect.
Fares shown are modelled estimates, not live quotes.
Flights to Argentina from the US
Cities we track in Argentina. No fare into Argentina was observed in the last week; each guide lists the routes we check.
- Entry for US passports
- Visa-free
- Currency
- ARS
- Language
- Spanish
About Argentina
Argentina is South America's most European country, a place where tango pulses through Buenos Aires' cobblestone streets, world-class wine flows from Mendoza's vineyards, and Patagonian glaciers dwarf anything you've seen in the Rockies. It's the gateway drug to South America for Americans—you'll hear Spanish with an Italian accent, eat steak that makes Texas weep, and find yourself in a genuinely cosmopolitan culture that doesn't feel like you're roughing it. The country spans 1.4 million square miles from subtropical rainforests in the north (Iguazu Falls will obliterate your expectations) to the granite peaks and turquoise lakes of Patagonia in the south. Buenos Aires alone—a sprawling metropolis of 13 million with world-class museums, bookstores, and restaurants—could justify a two-week trip. What makes Argentina different from other South American destinations: it's stable, the infrastructure actually works, English is reasonably common in tourist areas, and the peso's weakness means your dollar stretches absurdly far.
At a Glance
Trip Cost: What to Expect (estimate)
Estimate: modelled budget figures, not observed fares. Observed fares are in the section above.
Getting Around
Domestic flights are cheap ($40-80 one-way between major cities) via LATAM, Flybondi, or JetSmart—book on Kayak or Google Flights. Long-distance buses are reliable and ubiquitous (12-hour overnight journeys cost $30-50 with reclining seats). Buenos Aires has excellent subway (subte) for $0.50 per ride, pay with SUBE card. Taxis are cheap ($3-8 within Buenos Aires) but use Uber or Cabify to avoid scams. Car rental is viable ($25-40/day) if driving Patagonia or wine country, but roads are rough outside major routes. Trains exist but are slower and less frequent than buses—skip unless you're into the novelty.
Practical Tips
Buy a SIM from Claro, Movistar, or Personal at Buenos Aires airport (EZE) or any kiosk once you land. Claro is most reliable. Local number + 4GB costs $8-12 USD equivalent. Top up via kiosks ("cargas") everywhere. WhatsApp and data work flawlessly. eSIM options from Google Fi or Holafly ($25-35 for 7 days, 4GB) if you want plug-and-play, but local SIM is cheaper if staying 7+ days.
Tipping is customary but not obligatory. Restaurants: 10% is normal, 15% if excellent service (many Americans tip more, which inflates expectations). Taxis: round up to nearest 10 pesos, or 5-10% for longer rides. Hotel staff: $1-2 per bag for bellhops, $2-5 per night for housekeeping if you're staying multiple days. Bartenders: 10%. Tour guides: 10-15% of tour cost if excellent. Argentines themselves tip less than Americans—don't feel pressured to over-tip.
Buenos Aires is safe for tourists in main neighborhoods (San Telmo, La Boca, Recoleta, Palermo, Belgrano). Avoid La Matanza, Villa 31, and outer suburbs. Petty theft (pickpocketing on subte, bag snatching) is the real risk—use common sense, don't flash expensive gear, keep valuables close. Muggings are rare for tourists. Patagonia and Mendoza are genuinely safe. Iguazu area is fine but use registered tour operators. Avoid political protests (occasionally spontaneous on weekdays). Overall: safer than most US cities, just street-smart normal precautions.
Book domestic flights within Argentina on Flybondi or JetSmart (budget carriers) instead of LATAM—you'll save 40-60% and flights are reliable. Skip Buenos Aires day tours; instead, wander Palermo Soho on foot, eat at neighborhood parrillas, visit MALBA museum on a random Tuesday. Rent an apartment (Airbnb or Booking) for 4+ nights instead of hotels—you'll save 30-40% and live like a local. Most critically: exchange money at ATMs or use Wise card, NOT at casas de cambio—official rates have huge spreads and tourists get gouged. Bring USD cash as backup (hotels and some restaurants give terrible rates on cards). The peso collapsed in 2023-2024, which means your dollar goes absurdly far right now—this won't last forever, so lock in travel dates soon. Finally, if visiting Mendoza for wine, skip the mega-wineries (Maipú, Luján de Cuyo) that cater to tour buses—rent a car and visit Uco Valley boutique producers south of the city instead. You'll drink better wine for less money and actually meet winemakers.
Destinations in Argentina
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