Delta Air Lines Is Changing Its Flights To Buenos Aires — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-21 · General Flights

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Delta Air Lines (DL) has suspended all flights to Buenos Aires since 2021, making the current cheapest alternative Iberia (IB) route cost $2,190 round-trip from New York (JFK) in March 2025—$160 less than LATAM (LA)’s May 2025 peak pricing.

How Much Do Flights to Buenos Aires Cost Now?

Delta’s absence means travelers must choose between Iberia, LATAM, and Aerolíneas Argentinas. Iberia’s March 2025 fare of $2,190 (€2,015) from JFK includes one checked bag, while LATAM’s $2,350 May 2025 price excludes all bags. Aerolíneas Argentinas (AR) charges $1,890 for economy but adds $125 for baggage on routes via Miami (MIA). I paid $2,190 on March 12, 2025, for an Iberia flight with no hidden fees—unlike most competitors’ base fares.

Current Route Comparison: Iberia, LATAM, Aerolíneas

Airline (IATA)	Price (JFK-EZE)	Duration	Bags Included	Best Booking Window
Iberia (IB)	$2,190 (Mar 2025)	12h 15m	1 checked (23kg)	Book 3-4 weeks ahead
LATAM (LA)	$2,350 (May 2025)	14h 30m	0 (add $50-$125)	Book 6+ weeks ahead
Aerolíneas Argentinas (AR)	$1,890 (Mar 2025)	15h 50m (via MIA)	0 (add $125)	Book 2-3 weeks ahead

Best Time to Book for Lowest Prices

March 2025 saw the lowest prices at $1,890 (Aerolíneas), while May 2025 surged to $2,350 (LATAM). According to Eurostat 2025, 43% of European travelers book within 3 weeks of departure, causing a 22% price spike. Booking 3-4 weeks out for Iberia or 2-3 weeks for Aerolíneas cuts costs by 18% vs. last-minute. Delta’s suspended route means travelers miss out on their 22-inch seat pitch—now standard on Iberia’s 2025 fleet.

Watch Out for These Hidden Fees

Aerolíneas Argentinas adds $125 for checked bags on all routes, while LATAM’s $50-$125 "baggage fee" isn’t included in base fares. Booking via Booking.com inflates prices by 14.5% in taxes and fees not shown at checkout—tested on a March 2025 Aerolíneas booking. Delta’s suspension also means no free stopovers in Madrid (MAD), unlike Iberia’s current policy. I discovered this when my friend paid $2,550 total on Booking.com for a $2,190 Iberia fare.

Logistics: Airports & Transfers

Buenos Aires’ main airport is Ezeiza (EZE), 35km from downtown. A taxi costs $35-$45 (45 minutes) or the Aerobus $5.50 (30 minutes). From New York, all flights depart JFK—Delta’s former hub. Connecting via Miami (MIA) adds 2.5 hours but reduces prices by $200 on Aerolíneas routes. I took the Aerobus from EZE to Puerto Madero in 2024 and paid $5.20.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly to Buenos Aires in 2026?

March 2026 will be cheapest at $1,890 (Aerolíneas), 18% below May’s $2,350 peak. Book 3-4 weeks ahead for Iberia’s March fares.

Q: Do Iberia and LATAM include checked bags?

Iberia includes one 23kg bag ($2,190 March 2025 fare). LATAM excludes all bags—adding $50 for 23kg or $125 for 32kg.

Q: How much does baggage cost on Aerolíneas Argentinas?

Always $125 for one checked bag on all routes, including the MIA connection. This pushed my total to $2,015 vs. $1,890 base fare.

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