Because southern Argentina exists in the Chilean Andes’ rain shadow, it rarely experiences some of the Pacific storms that occur on the east coast. Although heavy precipitation falls toward those slopes, when you book flights to Patagonia, you’re more apt to experience the dry winds that its plains are so well known for, and the temperate seasonal influence that characterises its winter to typically sit in temperatures well below freezing.
Getting around here is no easy feat. Gravel roads lead to bumpy bus rides, and harrowing journeys, but they are all part of the voyage when you plan a flight to Patagonia. Since Argentina is the world’s eighth largest country, it’s a good idea to splurge on transportation. Although it might be easy to find a cheap flight to Patagonia, you won’t want to scrimp when it comes to bus rides from Buenos Aires to the southern tip.
Patagonia airport overview
As the primary gateway into Argentina, Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini International Airport sees more than 8.5 million passengers per year. It’s 22km (14 miles) southwest of Buenos Aires, and is often referred to as Ezeiza International Airport after the suburb in which it’s located.
Terminal A handles international departures and arrivals, Terminal B is used exclusively by Aerolineas Argentinas, and Terminal C is for international departures and domestic arrivals and departures. There are no train stations, but it’s easy enough to get into the city by bus or taxi.
At the airport you can enjoy authentic Argentine cuisine or explore the large duty-free market place before relaxing in a spa or VIP lounge. Otherwise, you can always venture into the city. As the third-largest city in South America, Buenos Aires has lots to see and do. Depending on when you’re there, you might catch one of the fantastic festivals such as the Festival Internacional de Cine Independiente, the Buenos Aires Tango Festival, the South American Music Conference or La Rural.