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Current Date And Time In Buenos Aires, Argentina

Monday, 03 August 2026
16:50:20 ART
Capital: La Plata
Currency: Argentine Peso (ARS)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (ART)
Population: 17,569,053
Area: 307,571.00 km²
State Code: B

✈️ Buenos Aires, Argentina - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Buenos Aires, Argentina using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Buenos Aires.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Buenos Aires with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Buenos Aires — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Argentina, which includes Buenos Aires, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Argentina before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Argentina's time zone -03:00, country calling code +54 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .AR. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Buenos Aires.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-03:00
📞 Country Calling Code+54
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.AR

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Argentina — police 101, ambulance 107, fire brigade 100, general emergency 911. Store these in your phone before you reach Buenos Aires. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Buenos Aires.

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Police
101
🚑
Ambulance
107
🚒
Fire
100
📞
General
911

📊 Argentina At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Argentina — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.842
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
77.5
years
📚
Literacy Rate
99.1%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$13,970
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
7.2%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Argentina development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Buenos Aires for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Buenos Aires
International Airport • AEP
Aeroparque Jorge Newbery
Buenos Aires, AR
6
km away
Nearest to La Plata (Capital)
Regional Airport • LPG
La Plata Airport
La Plata, AR
8
km from La Plata

📍 "Nearest to Buenos Aires" is measured from the state's approximate geographic center, not any specific city — for the exact airport nearest a particular town, check that city's own page; the La Plata entry above is measured from the capital's exact coordinates.

✈️ How Far Is Buenos Aires From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Buenos Aires to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)8,526 km5,298 mi~ 10h 47m
Toronto (Canada)8,958 km5,566 mi~ 11h 17m
Los Angeles (United States)9,852 km6,122 mi~ 12h 20m
Auckland (New Zealand)10,355 km6,434 mi~ 12h 56m
Paris (France)11,050 km6,866 mi~ 13h 45m
London (United Kingdom)11,128 km6,915 mi~ 13h 50m
Sydney (Australia)11,801 km7,333 mi~ 14h 38m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)13,647 km8,480 mi~ 16h 48m
Singapore (Singapore)15,882 km9,869 mi~ 19h 26m
Tokyo (Japan)18,373 km11,417 mi~ 22h 22m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary. Distances use Buenos Aires's approximate geographic centre.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Buenos Aires, Argentina is set to Argentina Time (ART) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Buenos Aires requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneArgentina Time (ART)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time4:50 PM on Monday, August 3, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Buenos Aires to Major World Cities

It is currently 4:50 PM on Monday in Buenos Aires. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Buenos Aires right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Buenos Aires
New York (United States)Mon, 3:50 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Mon, 12:50 PM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Mon, 3:50 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Mon, 8:50 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Mon, 9:50 PM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Mon, 11:50 PM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Tue, 3:50 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Tue, 4:50 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Tue, 5:50 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Tue, 7:50 AM15h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Buenos Aires — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Buenos Aires is the Argentine peso (ARS), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
$ 1,494.26
ARS
€ 1 Euro
$ 1,720.45
ARS
£ 1 British Pound
$ 2,006.98
ARS
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 1,045.87
ARS
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 1,063.94
ARS

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 4, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Buenos Aires

Knowing which languages are used in Buenos Aires helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
SpanishGuaraníKomMoquoitWichi

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Adjacent States Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for neighbor states and regions closest to Buenos Aires. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan interstate routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Neighbor RegionDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Buenos Aires F.D. (Argentina)0 mi0 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Colonia (Uruguay)53 mi85 kmNE
⬆️
Soriano (Uruguay)84 mi135 kmNNE
⬆️
San José Department (Uruguay)97 mi155 kmENE
⬆️
Flores Department (Uruguay)111 mi179 kmNE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Buenos Aires

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Buenos Aires is the Christ the Redeemer (Brazil), about 1,962 km away. Straight-line distances from Buenos Aires to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil1,962 km1,219 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru2,778 km1,726 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico6,926 km4,304 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy11,150 km6,929 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan12,178 km7,567 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India15,809 km9,823 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China19,207 km11,935 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🏙️ Major Travel Hubs & Cities

The top 5 largest municipalities and urban transit hubs in Buenos Aires by population. Listed with precise coordinates and population parameters. Direct links point to city directories containing localized map, geographic coordinates and neighborhood reference datasets.

City / Transit HubTotal PopulationLatitudeLongitude
Mar del Plata593,337-38.0004° N-57.5562° E
Bahía Blanca299,101-38.7176° N-62.2655° E
Merlo268,961-34.6654° N-58.7274° E
Quilmes262,379-34.7207° N-58.2545° E
José C. Paz230,208-34.5154° N-58.7681° E

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Buenos Aires, Argentina runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type I socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Buenos Aires and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Buenos Aires.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
IType I: Two or three flat angled pins
🏝 Buenos Aires State Symbols
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Official Seal / Emblem
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✈️ Complete Travel Intelligence Guide for Buenos Aires, Argentina

⚡ Electrical Infrastructure Compatibility

Before plugging in personal devices or shipping electronics to Buenos Aires, confirm the local voltage and power plug standard on our Argentina travel standards guide. Using the wrong voltage can instantly destroy your hardware, leading to costly and time-consuming replacements. Always carry a reliable multi-region adapter and a compatible voltage converter if your gear doesn't match local specs. Aligning your equipment with the power supply in Buenos Aires protects your assets from damage and keeps your projects moving.

🚨 Regional Emergency Contact Procedures

Keep the local police, ambulance and fire brigade contact numbers for Argentina saved in your phone before your arrival in Buenos Aires from our Argentina emergency directory. Emergency services need the correct local line to provide help without delay, as using the wrong number wastes precious time. Business travelers, expats and on-ground field staff should ensure their team has these vital emergency details accessible on the Buenos Aires profile overview to support safety protocols and incident management.

🚗 Road Safety, Driving Laws & Vehicle Protocols

Road traffic in Buenos Aires operates under Argentina's national road rules, including designated driving sides, speed restrictions and local sign systems. Arriving from a region with opposite traffic patterns requires immediate adjustment. If you are hiring a vehicle, overseeing commercial fleets or coordinating last-mile logistics in Buenos Aires, you must review local driving laws to ensure your team remains compliant and safe, reducing accident risks by planning routing across neighboring regions of Buenos Aires.

✈️ Getting to and Around Buenos Aires

Reaching Buenos Aires and moving within it requires knowing the local transport links — road access, rail connections and nearby airports all affect arrival time, freight schedules and last-mile delivery windows. Explore the Buenos Aires interactive map for precise geographical boundaries and routing. Planning transit routes through Buenos Aires's major cities in advance helps avoid delays and keeps commercial shipments and personal travel on schedule.

📞 Staying Connected in Buenos Aires

Reliable communication in Buenos Aires starts with knowing the correct dialing format and checking local SIM card availability. The country calling code +54 is required for all inbound calls — read the Argentina calling code guide. Data roaming rates vary by carrier — checking local telecom options on the main Argentina directory before arrival ensures remote staff stay reachable for real-time coordination.

💼 Running Business Operations in Buenos Aires

Setting up operations in Buenos Aires means aligning your systems with the region's official time zone configurations, international dialing format and internet domain extensions like .Argentina's official TLD. Supply chain platforms, dispatch tools, CRM software and communication systems all rely on correct regional settings. Configuring these before deploying teams or launching a regional hub in Buenos Aires prevents scheduling errors, routing failures and miscommunication.

📋 How to Use This Travel Intelligence Page

⚡ Before You Travel:Find the plug type and voltage for Buenos Aires on our Argentina travel standards directory — order the right adapter before you leave. Store emergency numbers on your phone now. If you plan to drive, hire a car or run a vehicle fleet in Buenos Aires, check road traffic direction in advance.
📊 Market Research Use:Use Buenos Aires's time zone, calling code and currency and exchange rates page to assess regional market fit, support location intelligence and back strategic decisions on commerce and regional expansion on the state profile overview.
🌍 Operational Planning:Operations teams use the country calling code, time zone and internet domain details from this page to configure VoIP systems, scheduling tools and delivery platforms for reliable cross-border performance in Buenos Aires.

🔎 Related State & Country Tools

🗺 Buenos Aires MapView the Buenos Aires satellite map with precise GPS coordinates for location intelligence.
🏙️ Cities in Buenos AiresExplore cities and towns in Buenos Aires for demographic facts and market research.
💰 Currency of Buenos AiresCheck the official currency and exchange rates in Buenos Aires for business planning.