Astor Piazzolla Airport serves Mar del Plata, the most famous Argentine beach resort city, the traditional summer vacation destination of porteños (residents of Buenos Aires) on the Atlantic.
It is located a few kilometers from Mar del Plata city center.
How to get to Ástor Piazzola International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to MDQ
Parking near Ástor Piazzola International Airport
The parking area, not large, is just a few steps from the terminal.
It is not staffed but video-monitored; parking is charged. Exact fares in Argentine pesos fluctuate over time due to local inflation: verify the current rate on-site.
How to get to Mar del Plata from MDQ
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Ástor Piazzola International Airport
Only a few car rental companies have a desk in the arrivals area.
Bring your driver's license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name for the security deposit. Latin-character licenses are often accepted, but the International Driving Permit (IDP) remains advised (and sometimes required by rental companies) for non-Spanish speakers; Argentine citizens use only their national license.
Hotels near Ástor Piazzola International Airport
Centre and Playa Bristol
No direct train: bus line 542 connects the airport to the centre with stops at Playa La Perla and avenida Luro; by taxi or remise car the roughly 7 km are usually covered in 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
Best for: Those arriving for the beach or for a long weekend from Buenos Aires and who want to stay within walking distance of the beach and the centre.
- The Gran Hotel Provincial is right on Playa Bristol, next to the Casino Central
- The historic centre and the seafront are explored on foot from this area
- In January and February, the Argentine beach high season, hotel prices rise sharply
- Not all hotels downtown are on the beach: some, like the Sheraton, remain several blocks from the sea
Recommended hotels
- NH Gran Hotel Provincial A historic 1939 building overlooking Playa Bristol, right next to the Casino Central: it's one of the most recognisable buildings on the Mar del Plata seafront, handy for those who want the sea and a stroll on foot. View availability
- Sheraton Mar Del Plata Hotel Heated indoor and outdoor pools and a wellness centre with spa; reviews note, however, that the hotel is not on the beach, unlike the Gran Hotel Provincial, but in a residential area a few blocks further inland. View availability
Airport services
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Lounges & relaxation
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Terminal guide
The airport has a compact terminal with seasonal traffic that rises notably during Australian summer (December–February).
From check-in to gate, the walk is usually just a few minutes; security checks may lengthen on peak summer weekends.
Map of Ástor Piazzola International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you get to the centre of Mar del Plata from the airport?
By city bus or taxi, both available right outside the terminal.
Q. When is it worth booking a flight to Mar del Plata?
Well in advance for the southern summer months (January-February), when demand for this seaside destination is very high.
Q. Does Mar del Plata airport have many flights in winter?
Traffic is lighter than in summer, but regular connections to Buenos Aires remain active.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Mar del Plata?
It can be useful for exploring the Argentine Atlantic coast beyond just the city.
Flight board
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