Find cheap flights to Salta

Find cheap flights to Salta

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Getting from Salta airport to the city center

Salta is served by Martín Miguel de Güemes International Airport (SLA), located approximately 9 km southwest of the city center. This compact regional airport offers several airport transfers to city center options suitable for different budgets and preferences. Transport choices include taxis, remis (private car services), public buses, and rental cars. Journey times are relatively short due to the airport's proximity to downtown Salta, though traffic conditions can affect travel duration during peak hours.

Notes:

  • Prices in ARS (Argentine Pesos); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Due to currency fluctuations in Argentina, prices may vary significantly. Check current rates before travel.
  • Public bus Line 8A requires a SAETA rechargeable card, which can be purchased at kiosks in the city.
  • Taxi and remis services are available directly outside the arrivals terminal.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

When is the best time to visit Salta

Salta's best time depends on your priorities: winter brings dry skies and folklore festivals but peak prices, summer offers cheapest flights despite afternoon rains, while spring and autumn balance comfortable weather with moderate costs and vibrant cultural events.

High season
July - August
  • Prices: Peak rates for flights and hotels; book 8-10 weeks ahead for better deals on midweek departures.
  • Weather: Dry winter with crisp 5–20 °C days, 1–2 rainy days per month, and clear skies ideal for Andean excursions.
  • Events: Miracle Festival (September 15) draws pilgrims nationwide, while National Folklore Festival (September) showcases traditional music and dance performances.
Low season
January - March
  • Prices: Cheapest flights and accommodation rates—up to 40% less than winter peak; book flexible tickets for weather contingencies.
  • Weather: Hot, humid summer with 15–28 °C and 12–15 rainy days monthly; afternoon thunderstorms common but brief, mornings often clear.
  • Events: Carnival celebrations (February) fill plazas with parades, while Pachamama Festival (August 1) honors Mother Earth with traditional offerings.
Shoulder season
April - June, September - November
  • Prices: Moderate rates—flights drop 20-30% compared to winter peak; book 4-6 weeks ahead for optimal spring and autumn deals.
  • Weather: Comfortable 8–25 °C with 4–7 rainy days monthly; autumn brings golden vineyard landscapes, spring offers wildflower-covered valleys.
  • Events: Miracle Festival (September 15) and National Folklore Festival (September) highlight autumn, while Wine Harvest Festival (April) celebrates regional viticulture.

Good to know before you fly to Salta Salta Argentina

Airlines and routes to Salta Salta Argentina

Martín Miguel de Güemes International Airport (SLA) serves Salta with primarily domestic connections. Aerolíneas Argentinas offers flights from Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Mendoza, and Rosario. Flybondi provides service from Buenos Aires. JetSMART also connects Salta with Buenos Aires, Mendoza, and Neuquén. Most services are within Argentina, linking Salta to major cities. For example, a nonstop flight from Buenos Aires to Salta typically takes about 2 hours.

Getting around Salta Salta Argentina

Salta's public transportation primarily relies on an extensive bus network operated by SAETA. To use these buses, visitors need to acquire a rechargeable SUBE card, as cash payments are not accepted on board. The card can be purchased and topped up at kiosks and designated points throughout the city. Many of Salta’s main attractions and the historic city center are conveniently located within walking distance, making it easy to explore on foot.

October 2026 · Kiwi.com

Weather in Salta

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January24°C16°C
February24°C15°C
March22°C13°C
April19°C11°C
May17°C8°C
June16°C6°C
July16°C6°C
August19°C7°C
September21°C10°C
October23°C12°C
November24°C14°C
December24°C15°C
Hottest Month
24°C
January
Coldest month
6°C
July
Sunny days
257
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
31 Oct
36%
27°C11°C
7 Nov
58%
24°C13°C
Sunday
1 Nov
57%
32°C12°C
8 Nov
79%
19°C13°C
Monday
2 Nov
57%
30°C14°C
9 Nov
24°C12°C
Tuesday
3 Nov
57%
34°C15°C
10 Nov
28°C13°C
Wednesday
4 Nov
89%
23°C15°C
11 Nov
29°C15°C
Thursday
5 Nov
78%
20°C12°C
12 Nov
68%
29°C17°C
Friday
6 Nov
23%
24°C12°C
13 Nov
81%
25°C18°C

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