Flying from Mar Del Plata Airport (MDQ) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Buenos Aires and Mar Del Plata (where Mar Del Plata Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 21 flights a week between the two airports, Mar Del Plata Airport (MDQ) to Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is the busiest route. Aerolineas Argentinas operates the earliest flight at 09:10. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from MDQ to AEP is with Aerolineas Argentinas at 22:20.
To avoid missing your MDQ to Buenos Aires flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at MDQ and fly straight to Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP). That will be your arrival point when searching for Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires tickets.
Aerolineas Argentinas is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Mar Del Plata, MDQ can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MDQ:
Mar Del Plata Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MDQ make it to their destination as scheduled 85.71% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mar Del Plata Airport (MDQ) to Buenos Aires
Rs7,727 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs16,161. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from MDQ to Buenos Aires by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for July. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is around 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Travel at your own speed with a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and chase adventure across Buenos Aires and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week before your flight from MDQ to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is located around 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 10 minutes.
After stepping off your MDQ to Buenos Aires flight, kick back at a hotel close to EZE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Hertz, Cactus and Localiza make collecting a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EZE can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Before locking in your flights from Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Buenos Aires offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Book your Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MDQ to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 15ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Mar Del Plata Airport to Buenos Aires, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Recoleta Cemetery, Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Casa Rosada are highlights which should be on every Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many places in Argentina waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. No visit is complete without checking out Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.