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Museo de Arqueología de Alta Montaña (MAAM)
Archaeology museum displaying high-altitude Inca finds, including the famous Llullaillaco children, with careful interpretation.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Buenos Aires to Salta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Buenos Aires to Salta will cost around $495 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 18 flights from Buenos Aires to Salta, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct flights cover the 1286 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the longest flights will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Flights from Buenos Aires to Salta depart on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:25, the last at 23:56. The fastest flight covers the 799 miles (1286 km) distance in 2h 10m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 799 miles (1286 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€22) |
Flights per day 22 |
Direct flights 7 |
Fastest flight 2h 10m |
First flight 12:25 AM |
Last flight 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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The table below shows live departures for Buenos Aires to Salta flights for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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AR1488 | 5:00 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 2h15 | 7:15 AM Salta | 0 transfersDirect | |
AR1520 · AR1580 | 5:30 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 12h40 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1776 · AR1794 | 5:40 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 6h50 | 12:30 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1402 · AR1434 | 6:05 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 7h35 | 1:40 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1492 | 6:40 AM Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini | 2h15 | 8:55 AM Salta | 0 transfersDirect | |
AR1772 · AR1794 | 6:40 AM Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini | 5h50 | 12:30 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1534 · AR1580 | 7:00 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 11h10 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1404 · AR1434 | 7:30 AM Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini | 6h10 | 1:40 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1770 · AR1794 | 7:40 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 4h50 | 12:30 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1532 · AR1580 | 8:10 AM Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini | 10h00 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1406 · AR1434 | 8:10 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 5h30 | 1:40 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1494 | 8:50 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 2h15 | 11:05 AM Salta | 0 transfersDirect | |
AR1538 · AR1580 | 9:00 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 9h10 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1408 · AR1434 | 9:20 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 4h20 | 1:40 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1530 · AR1580 | 10:30 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 7h40 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1524 · AR1580 | 11:00 AM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 7h10 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1490 | 12:30 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 2h15 | 2:45 PM Salta | 0 transfersDirect | |
AR1498 | 2:55 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 2h15 | 5:10 PM Salta | 0 transfersDirect | |
AR1540 · AR1580 | 3:50 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 26h20 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1542 · AR1580 | 4:35 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 25h35 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1502 | 4:55 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 2h15 | 7:10 PM Salta | 0 transfersDirect | |
AR1544 · AR1580 | 5:40 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 24h30 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1500 | 6:15 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 2h15 | 8:30 PM Salta | 0 transfersDirect | |
AR1546 · AR1580 | 6:25 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 23h45 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1550 · AR1580 | 7:25 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 22h45 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
AR1552 · AR1580 | 8:30 PM Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg | 21h40 | 6:10 PM Salta | 1 transfer | |
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Archaeology museum displaying high-altitude Inca finds, including the famous Llullaillaco children, with careful interpretation.
Museum in the old cabildo covering regional history, independence era objects, religious art, and colonial architecture.
Museum of contemporary art inside a restored historic building on the plaza, featuring rotating shows by Argentine artists.
Salta's central square, lined with arcades, palms, monuments, and major civic buildings; the natural starting point for walking tours.
Hilltop viewpoint above the city, popular for sunsets and panoramas, reachable by road, trail, or cable car.
Pleasant urban park with a lake, walking paths, and green spaces that locals use for strolling, exercise, and relaxing afternoons.
Small Andean-style pastries filled with beef, potato, scallion and spices. Salteña empanadas are iconic for their juicy filling and regional seasoning.
Corn and squash stew with beans and usually beef or pork. A classic northern dish linked to Andean and colonial home cooking.
Slow-cooked stew of dried corn, beans and meat, often beef tripe or pork. It is a traditional hearty dish in northwestern Argentina.
Traditional peña with Salteño classics like empanadas and tamales, plus live folk music in a lively local setting.
Historic casual spot known for classic Salteña empanadas and other regional dishes near the city center.
Refined regional restaurant serving northwestern Argentine cuisine in an elegant colonial-style house.
Budget-friendly for Argentina. Meals and cafes are modestly priced, while hotels in peak season can rise. Local buses and taxis are generally affordable for tourists.
Restaurants: 10% in cash is standard if service is not included. Cafes: round up or leave a small tip. Taxis: rounding up is appreciated but not expected.
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Aeropuerto Internacional Martín Miguel de Güemes -> Plaza 9 de Julio, Salta
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Most Buenos Aires to Salta flights use the Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg to Salta airport pair. Use this guide to compare Buenos Aires and Salta airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg is 6 km from Buenos Aires city centre. Public transport options include:
Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Several restaurants available, including fast food and local cuisine, mainly in the food court area
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Buenos Aires Jorge Newburg: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, such as the Aeroparque Inn & Suites, within walking distance..
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini is 16 km from Buenos Aires city centre. Public transport options include:
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering Argentine cuisine and intertiol options like McDold's and Starbucks.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering local and intertiol banking services.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, such as the Holiday Inn Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport..
Salta is 9 km from Salta city centre. Public transport options include:
Salta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in the main terminal, offering local cuisine and fast food options.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal building.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salta: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salta: Elevators, ramps.
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