Fly to Buenos Aires with Points 2026: Aerolineas Argentinas, American, and the SkyTeam path
Buenos Aires (EZE) sees direct US service from Miami, JFK, and Houston. Aerolineas Argentinas joined SkyTeam in 2012. The cheapest path for most travelers is Avianca LifeMiles via Bogotá or AAdvantage on American direct.
- Park Hyatt Buenos Aires: Category 6, 25,000 World of Hyatt points/night — exceptional value at ~$500/night cash equivalent (2.0¢/point).
- Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires: Cash-only luxury; bookable via Amex FHR.
- Alvear Palace Hotel: Cash-only.
- Hilton Buenos Aires: ~50,000-70,000 Hilton points/night, Puerto Madero.
Buenos Aires (EZE) is Argentina's gateway and one of the most-cosmopolitan capitals in South America. American Airlines runs direct service from MIA, JFK, and DFW. United operates IAH-EZE direct. Aerolineas Argentinas (SkyTeam member) and LATAM operate from various US hubs. The cheapest path is Avianca LifeMiles via Bogotá at 40,000 miles + ~$25 each way business class.
Direct US-Buenos Aires service in 2026
| Route | Carrier | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| MIA-EZE | American Airlines, LATAM, Aerolineas Argentinas | Multiple daily |
| JFK-EZE | American Airlines, Aerolineas Argentinas | Daily |
| DFW-EZE | American Airlines | Daily |
| IAH-EZE | United (seasonal) | 4x weekly |
| MEX-EZE | Aeromexico | Daily (option for connections) |
Award routings: cheapest paths in 2026
| Routing | Mile cost (each way business) | Cash YQ |
|---|---|---|
| American direct via AAdvantage | ~63,000 AA off-peak / 75,000 standard | ~$120 |
| LATAM direct MIA-EZE via AAdvantage | ~63,000 AA off-peak / 75,000 standard | ~$120 |
| Aerolineas Argentinas direct via Flying Blue (SkyTeam) | ~85,000-100,000 Flying Blue | ~$310 (AF YQ) |
| Aerolineas Argentinas direct via Delta SkyMiles | ~250,000-400,000 SkyMiles (dynamic) | ~$5.60 |
| Avianca via BOG on LifeMiles | 40,000 LifeMiles (Region 6) | ~$25 |
| United IAH-EZE on MileagePlus | ~50,000-70,000 (dynamic) | ~$5.60 |
Hotels in Buenos Aires on points
- Park Hyatt Buenos Aires: Category 6, 25,000 World of Hyatt points/night — exceptional value at ~$500/night cash equivalent (2.0¢/point).
- Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires: Cash-only luxury; bookable via Amex FHR.
- Alvear Palace Hotel: Cash-only.
- Hilton Buenos Aires: ~50,000-70,000 Hilton points/night, Puerto Madero.
- Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel & Convention Center: Category 5, ~30,000 Bonvoy points/night.
- Park Hyatt — opened 2024, original Palacio Duhau (existing under Park Hyatt brand): Cat 6 at 25,000 Hyatt points/night.
The Park Hyatt Buenos Aires sweet spot
The Park Hyatt Buenos Aires (Palacio Duhau) is one of the most-aspirational South American hotels bookable on points. The property occupies a Belle Epoque palace in Recoleta with extensive gardens and a dedicated cafe. At Cat 6 = 25,000 World of Hyatt points/night, this is one of the strongest cents-per-point hotel redemptions in the Americas.
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The Iguazu Falls onward
For travelers extending to Iguazu Falls (Iguazú from Argentina, Foz do Iguaçu from Brazil):
- EZE-IGR (Iguazu, AR side): 2-hour flight; ~$100-$300 cash one-way; ~7,500 LATAM Pass for award.
- EZE-IGR via LATAM, Aerolineas Argentinas, JetSmart: Multiple daily flights, plenty of inventory.
Bottom line
For most points travelers, Avianca LifeMiles via Bogotá at 40,000 miles + ~$25 each way is the cheapest path to Buenos Aires. For premium-cabin experience, American Airlines direct via AAdvantage at 63,000 off-peak miles is the better product. The Park Hyatt Buenos Aires (Palacio Duhau) at 25,000 World of Hyatt points/night is the strongest hotel-points play — outstanding cents-per-point on aspirational Recoleta location.
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Last verified by the Pointify research team on May 1, 2026, against current Avianca LifeMiles, AAdvantage, MileagePlus, and Flying Blue award rates. Aerolineas Argentinas partner saver inventory varies; verify before transferring miles.
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