Zaragoza Air Base - Flight Information and Guide (ZAZ)

Zaragoza Airport serves the capital of Aragon, a city midway between Madrid and Barcelona known for the majestic Basilica of the Pillar, and is also one of Spain's main cargo and logistics hubs.

Located about 10 km from the city center, in a strategic position along the high-speed rail corridor connecting Spain's two largest metropolitan areas.

Content verified on 06/09/2026

Official source: www.aena.es/en/zaragoza.html

How to get to Zaragoza Air Base

Zaragoza is reachable from its airport via urban bus or taxi, with a quick journey to the city center.

By Car

Drivers follow the A-2 motorway or the Z-40, which connect the airport to the center of Zaragoza in just a few minutes.

By Train

There is no railway station at the airport: the Delicias station in Zaragoza, an important AVE high-speed hub, can be reached by bus or taxi.

By Bus

The urban bus line connects the airport to Zaragoza city centre with regular service throughout the day.

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Tips Many travellers choose the AVE high-speed train from Madrid or Barcelona to reach Zaragoza, often more convenient than direct air links on the same route.

Average travel time to ZAZ

TrainNot available

Shuttle bus20-25 minutes

Taxi / Private hire15 minutes

Parking near Zaragoza Air Base

The parking, located a short distance from the terminal, offers generally accessible rates compared to major Spanish airports.

Availability is generally good, helped by the lower passenger traffic compared to the airport's cargo role.

Approximately 1-2 euros per hour.

How to get to Zaragoza from ZAZ

By Train

There is no railway station at the airport: to reach the train, you must first reach Delicias station by bus or taxi.

By Bus

The bus stop is located in the arrivals area of the terminal, with tickets available on board.

By Taxi

Official taxis await in the arrivals area; the meter (Rate 1 weekdays 7:00-22:00, Rate 2 nighttime/holidays) typically applies 25-35 euros to the city center, including the fixed airport surcharge of €5.70.

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Car rental at Zaragoza Air Base

Major car rental companies, including Hertz, Avis, and Europcar, have dedicated desks in the terminal, useful for exploring Aragon beyond Zaragoza alone.

Renting is a good option for reaching the Aragonese Pyrenees or other areas of the region.

At pickup, bring your driver's license, ID document, and credit card registered to the driver, and photograph any pre-existing damage before leaving. Spanish citizens and those from other EU/EEA countries drive with their national license alone; all others generally need an International Driving Permit (IDP) as well.

Hotels near Zaragoza Air Base

Zaragoza airport is about 10 km from the centre, in an area with no hotels at all: anyone flying from here always sleeps in the city. Bus 501 links the terminal to the centre in 30-45 minutes depending on the time of day, while a taxi takes about 20 minutes and is the most practical choice for a dawn flight or a late evening arrival. In the city the choice is mainly between the Casco Histórico, a few steps from the Basilica del Pilar and the Tubo, and more out-of-the-way districts like Mártires or the Arrabal, on the other bank of the Ebro, useful for those looking for lower prices without straying too far from the centre.

City centre

Old Town (Plaza del Pilar)

From the airport bus 501 reaches the centre in 30-45 minutes; a taxi takes about 20 minutes.

Best for: those who want to stay a few steps from the Basilica del Pilar, the Tubo and the museums of the centre

Pros

A few steps from the Basilica del Pilar and the tapas streets of the Tubo
A choice between chain aparthotels and apartments with their own kitchen

Cons

Pedestrian area: for drivers, parking is often paid and some way off
Evening noise in the streets of the Tubo on weekends

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Neighbourhood

Plaza España and Mártires

Same distance from the airport as the old town: bus 501 in 30-45 minutes or a taxi in about 20 minutes.

Best for: those looking for an apartment close to the centre but at a lower price than the Casco Histórico

Pros

A 2-minute walk from Plaza España and close to the Roman Theatre
Own kitchen, handy for multi-night stays

Cons

No physical reception desk: hotel services more limited than in the Casco Histórico
Few venues open in the evening compared with the Tubo

Recommended hotels

VALERIA-DREAMS San Pablo Apartment in the Mártires district, 2 minutes from Plaza España and 4 from the Roman Theatre. View availability

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Neighbourhood

Arrabal, riverbank

Same overall distance from the airport as the city centre; from the Arrabal the Casco Histórico is reached in a few minutes on foot across the Puente de Piedra.

Best for: those who want a view of the Basilica del Pilar from the other bank of the Ebro, in a quieter district

Pros

View of the Basilica del Pilar and the Puente de Piedra from the opposite bank
Residential district, quieter than the Casco Histórico at night

Cons

Fewer venues and shops in the immediate vicinity after dinner
The bridge has to be crossed on foot to reach the centre

Recommended hotels

Calma House Apartment in the Arrabal district, on the riverbank, with a view of the Basilica del Pilar from the Puente de Piedra. View availability

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Airport services

Although primarily an important cargo hub, the airport nonetheless offers complete passenger services for commercial airline traffic.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area offers a selection of perfumery, spirits, and Aragonese products, including wines from the Cariñena region.

Lounges & relaxation

There is a VIP lounge located after security, with paid access or major travel credit cards accepted. Entry is generally by day-pass, except for Priority Pass holders or airline alliance members. The lounge is business-standard level with hours generally matching Terminal flight schedules.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free WiFi managed by Aena covers the entire terminal area. No telecommunications retailer operates at the airport; for a local SIM, visit a Movistar, Vodafone, or Orange store in town.

Families & Children

Parents with infants will find dedicated areas in the high-traffic zones of the terminal.

Terminal guide

The airport has a passenger terminal of modest size, alongside a major cargo infrastructure that makes Zaragoza one of Spain's leading air logistics hubs.

Passenger transit times are brief.

From check-in to gate, you typically walk just a few minutes, given the modest volume of passenger traffic compared to the airport's cargo role.

Map of Zaragoza Air Base

Frequently asked questions

Q. Is it more convenient to reach Zaragoza by train or plane from Madrid?

The AVE high-speed train connects Zaragoza to Madrid and Barcelona in about an hour and a half, often more convenient than a direct flight for these routes.