Statistics on Chicago-Argentina (Buenos Aires) flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Argentina (Buenos Aires) (from: Chicago)
The average price to go to Argentina (Buenos Aires) from Chicago airport is $ 1076 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 957 (in september) and $ 1271 (in december), which is a saving of $ 120 or a surplus of $ 195 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $968 to $1021 and it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Argentina (Buenos Aires) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Argentina (Buenos Aires) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 26319 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Argentina (Buenos Aires) from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in september, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 957, saving $ 120 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1076). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 1271).
Flight Chicago-Argentina (Buenos Aires): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 985 | $ 1110 | fair price |
| February | $ 969 | $ 1046 | fair price |
| March | $ 952 | $ 1077 | fair price |
| April | $ 886 | $ 1107 | fair price |
| May | $ 856 | $ 1042 | fair price |
| June | $ 943 | $ 1094 | fair price |
| July | $ 1003 | $ 1146 | fair price |
| August | $ 873 | $ 969 | good price |
| September | $ 857 | $ 957 the cheapest | very good price |
| October | $ 875 | $ 1020 | fair price |
| November | $ 945 | $ 1062 | fair price |
| December | $ 1072 | $ 1271 the most expensive | very high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Argentina (Buenos Aires)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Argentina (Buenos Aires) range from $645 to $1558. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $645 to $699), 1% at the maximum price (from $1505 to $1558). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $968 to $1021 (16% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Argentina flight
There are 12 companies that serve Chicago from Argentina (Buenos Aires) airport: Spirit Airlines, Copa, latam airlines group, Frontier Airlines, Aeromexico (aerm), United, Delta, Air Canada, American Airlines, Aerolineas Argentinas, Avianca Brazil and jetBlue.
Data analysis:
Of the 26319 flights analyzed in previous years, Spirit Airlines was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (27% of the time) on the Chicago->Argentina route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Chicago-Argentina (Buenos Aires) flights departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $50. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $32.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Argentina (Buenos Aires) to Chicago departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $46. Conversely, departing from Argentina (Buenos Aires) on a saturday may cost you an additional $46.
Top prices Chicago-Argentina (Buenos Aires)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 14-05 to 21-05-2024 | $ 824 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 03-06 to 12-06-2024 | $ 712 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 04-06 to 10-06-2024 | $ 662 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 06-06 to 12-06-2024 | $ 768 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 10-06 to 16-06-2024 | $ 782 | layover flight with Frontier Airlines |
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 17-06 to 26-06-2024 | $ 771 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 18-06 to 25-06-2024 | $ 713 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 05-08 to 12-08-2024 | $ 820 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 17-08 to 24-08-2024 | $ 799 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
| Chicago → Buenos Aires | 08-10 to 16-10-2024 | $ 738 | layover flight with Spirit Airlines |
When to book your flight Chicago - Argentina (Buenos Aires) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 1 to 2 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Argentina flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a sunday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Argentina (Buenos Aires), it is recommended to buy it 1 to 2 months before departure (it is then on average 1029 $, which is a saving of 47 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (588 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Chicago to Argentina (Buenos Aires) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1018 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1059), 7 to 8 months ($ 1063), 8 to 9 months ($ 1099) |
| February | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 949 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1004) |
| March | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 978 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 980), 2 to 3 months ($ 999), 3 to 4 months ($ 1045), 6 to 7 months ($ 1057), 7 to 8 months ($ 1022) |
| April | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 927 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1055), 3 to 4 months ($ 994), 4 to 5 months ($ 1077) |
| May | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 914 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 970), 4 to 5 months ($ 960), 5 to 6 months ($ 990) |
| June | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 951 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1090), 4 to 5 months ($ 1038), 5 to 6 months ($ 1075), 7 to 8 months ($ 1090) |
| July | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1082 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1104), 4 to 5 months ($ 1144), 5 to 6 months ($ 1090) |
| August | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 905 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 923), 3 to 4 months ($ 920) |
| September | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 863 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 873), 2 to 3 months ($ 903), 3 to 4 months ($ 892) |
| October | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 888 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 936), 3 to 4 months ($ 948), 4 to 5 months ($ 921), 5 to 6 months ($ 943), 8 to 9 months ($ 1019) |
| November | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 973 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1030), 2 to 3 months ($ 990), 4 to 5 months ($ 1055), 5 to 6 months ($ 973), 6 to 7 months ($ 1059), 9 to 10 months ($ 1057) |
| December | Best time: 0 to 1 month before departure (average price: 1161 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1262), 6 to 7 months ($ 1259), 7 to 8 months ($ 1181), 8 to 9 months ($ 1191) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, sunday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Argentina are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a sunday, you will save $11. Conversely, by buying it on a monday, you may end up paying $8 more.
Chicago to Argentina (Buenos Aires): flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 889 $788 to $1048 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 845 $656 to $1537 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 980 $859 to $1147 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 925 $799 to $1099 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 994 $858 to $1220 | high price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 952 $738 to $1067 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 1123 $1012 to $1280 | high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1280 $1000 to $1601 | fair price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1165 $1130 to $1220 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 1066 $1037 to $1096 | high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 1105 $1010 to $1249 | high price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1493 $1493 to $1493 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, may, june, july, august and october are cheaper to travel to Argentina (Buenos Aires). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!