El Plumerillo Airport serves Mendoza, the heart of Argentina's main wine region, at the foot of the Andes Mountains and the starting point for excursions to Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas.
It is located a few kilometers from Mendoza city center.
How to get to El Plumerillo Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to MDZ
Parking near El Plumerillo Airport
The parking lot, located a short distance from the terminal, offers generally affordable rates.
How to get to Mendoza from MDZ
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Mendoza: Shared 1-Way or Round Trip MDZ Airport Transfer
Mendoza: MDZ Airport Private Transfer to/from City Center
Mendoza: Private 1-Way or Round-Trip MDZ Airport Transfer
Car rental at El Plumerillo Airport
Desks from the major car rental companies are present, particularly useful for visiting the wineries of the wine region.
Bring 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 El Plumerillo Airport
Centre and Plaza Independencia
From El Plumerillo airport downtown is 8-11 km away, 15-20 minutes by taxi or fixed-rate remis; bus lines 608, 675 and 680 take 30-45 minutes and require the Mendoza transit card, which can only be bought in the city.
Best for: Those visiting the region's wineries and wanting a convenient base downtown, with organised tours and restaurants within walking distance.
- Plaza Independencia and the restaurants downtown reachable on foot from most of these hotels
- A convenient starting point for organised tours to the wineries of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú
- No direct connection to the airport: a taxi, a remis car or a rental car is always needed
- In the high harvest season (March-April) hotel rates downtown rise noticeably
Recommended hotels
- Park Hyatt Mendoza Hotel, Casino & Spa On Plaza Independencia, with an in-house casino and spa; the rooms on the upper floors look directly out over the city's central square. View availability
- Sheraton Mendoza Hotel On Primitivo de la Reta 989, in downtown Mendoza; pool and a property designed for both business and leisure travellers. View availability
- Hualta Hotel Mendoza, Curio Collection by Hilton In downtown Mendoza, part of Hilton's Curio Collection; among the candidates in the area it's the one with the highest scores for cleanliness and service in the reviews collected. View availability
- Ritz Hotel Mendoza On calle Perú 1008, 200 metres from Plaza Independencia and the Regency Casino: among the candidates it's the hotel closest to the central square. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The airport has a terminal suited to national traffic and some regional international connections, particularly to Chile across the Andes.
From check-in to gate, it takes only a few minutes due to the compact structure.
Map of El Plumerillo Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you get to the centre of Mendoza from the airport?
By city bus or taxi, both available right outside the terminal.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Mendoza for the wineries?
Yes, it's often the most practical choice for visiting the region's wine estates, which aren't always well served by public transport.
Q. Does Mendoza airport have international flights?
Yes, besides domestic connections there are some direct international flights, particularly to Chile.
Q. Are there organised winery tours directly from Mendoza airport?
Yes, several local operators offer organised day tours; it's worth booking in advance during peak season months.
Flight board
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