Airports near Mendoza
MDZ・SCL・UAQ・AFA
What airports are closest to Mendoza?
El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) is the primary hub, located just 8.15 km from the city center, reachable by taxi or rideshare in about 20 minutes. Travelers arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) face a much longer journey of 189.90 km, with the fastest connecting flights taking 1 hour 30 minutes, while bus transit can exceed 7 hours. San Juan Airport (UAQ), situated 151.91 km away in a neighboring city, typically requires an intercity bus journey of roughly 2 hours 30 minutes. Finally, San Rafael Airport (AFA) serves the southern region from 193.53 km away, with bus travel to Mendoza city center taking approximately 3 hours 15 minutes. For most visitors, landing directly at the local airport is the most efficient way to begin an exploration of this iconic Argentine wine region. Search for flights to Mendoza and book hotels in Mendoza, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Mendoza: MDZ, SCL, UAQ and AFA.
Airports Near Mendoza: Key Information
Number of airports in Mendoza
1
Closest airport to the city center
El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Distance
8.1 km
Fastest arrival time
20 minutes - 25 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Compare domestic and international airports near Mendoza.
El Plumerillo International Airport
Distance: 8.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Local Bus Line 680
Cheapest
35 minutes - 50 minutes
ARS 50
Budget
Airport Taxi / Remis
Fastest
20 minutes - 25 minutes
ARS 11000-14000
Comfort
Rideshare (Uber/Cabify)
20 minutes - 25 minutes
ARS 10000-15000
Balanced
Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport
Distance: 189.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Long-distance Coach
Cheapest
7 hours - 8 hours
ARS 22000-120000
Budget
Private Transfer
6 hours - 7 hours
ARS 200000-400000
Comfort
Flight Connection
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
ARS 90000-230000
Speed
San Juan Airport
Distance: 151.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Bus
Cheapest
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
ARS 10000-35000
Budget
Intercity Taxi/Remis
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
ARS 180000-220000
Comfort
Rideshare
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
ARS 150000-200000
Balanced
San Rafael Airport
Distance: 193.5 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Coach
Fastest
3 hours - 3 hours 40 minutes
ARS 15000-34000
Budget
Private Car Service
3 hours - 3 hours 20 minutes
ARS 200000-300000
Comfort
Shared Minivan
3 hours 10 minutes - 3 hours 30 minutes
ARS 150000-250000
Balanced
Compare 4 airports near Mendoza
Airport Guide
Compare 4 airports near Mendoza
For most travelers, El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) is the only practical gateway located within the city of Mendoza itself, offering the most direct access and a full range of domestic connections. While other airports serve the region, they are located in neighboring cities and require significant ground transit. Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL), located in Santiago, Chile, is a major international hub, but its distance from Mendoza makes it a secondary choice, best suited for those combining visits to Chile and Argentina via a flight or a long bus ride through the Andes. San Juan Airport (UAQ) and San Rafael Airport (AFA) serve their respective cities in neighboring provinces; they are viable if you are exploring the wider Cuyo region, but they add substantial travel time—often 3 hours or more—when arriving in Mendoza. Choose MDZ for convenience, SCL for international capacity, and UAQ or AFA only for specific regional itineraries.
Hotels near Mendoza airport
Breakfast
Great116 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.61km from city center
Clean hotel but no amenities like tooth brush, cotton buds and kettle etc. Only one bottle of water per twin room, which is very inconvenient especially when it is New Year’s Eve and all the shops and supermarkets closed early. Breakfast is good though.FromUS$160
Great106 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.21km from city center
Old hotel! As for the star rating, it's 3+, not 5! The rooms are old, it's like I came back to Russia in 2000, but in principle, most hotels here are like that. Our child's knees were all black while she was crawling on the floor in the room((( The breakfast is very poor, it's not up to par for 5 starsFromUS$246
Great108 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.52km from city center
The service is good and the environment is good. Although the history is a bit old, it still has no loss of atmosphere. It is very close to the university and the dryland research institute. It is very convenient to work. If you visit again, you will continue to live!FromUS$193
Very Good60 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.38km from city center
Very good hotel well located, with very friendly and helpful staffFromUS$111
Very Good108 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.59km from city center
Плюсы: Очень удачно местоположение, всё рядом.
Завтраки: Какое-то всё с теплотой и ”особенностью”. Были на Рождество 25.12: и шампанское, и пряники имбирные, и какао в домашних кружках и все-все атрибуты Рождества. На завтраке чувствовалось, что сегодня особый завтрак.
Чудесный бассейн с видом на окружающие горы.
Минусы: Ну не было воды никакой в день приезда в номере. Вино было (за деньги), а воды нет... Как-то ожидаешь, что в южных странах, в номере вода при приезде будет.
Уезжали рано до 7:00 как начинается завтрак. Подошли на ресепшен, попросили позавтракать в 6:45, сказали - да-да всё передадим, позавтракаете. Но вот увы... Когда мы пришли в 6:45 нас никто не ждал, никто никому ничего не передавал. В итоге мы договорились, что поедим, что уже успели поставить, это не проблема, просто пустите :)FromUS$99
Family friendly
Very Good26 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.34km from city center
The room is clean, the facilities are very good, the front desk is warm and can speak English, the parking is convenient, the location is goodFromUS$62
Very Good102 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.32km from city center
Ralo do banheiro não tinha tampa, o que fez o banheiro cheirar esgoto . Cama pequena (queen). Ar condicionado central demora demais para gelar e causou um pouco de alergia. Pelo preço, vc consegue hotéis muito melhoresFromUS$108
Very Good103 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.5km from city center
The hotel was very comfortable and very comfortable. The room was cleaned ... never warned so we had to ask for room service with the extra cost q that involves. The remote control of the TV worked badly ....neither solved us the problem ....in end ... situations you don't expect in a category hotel. -FromUS$90
Very Good82 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.38km from city center
Location top, but I'au already said.
After reflection, the bed was the second impeccable dayFromUS$73
37 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.67km from city center
Clean and comfortable Close to the city center. Good surroundings. Eat more food. Very good service. Very thoughtful. It’s a good choice for traveling. It is much better than others.FromUS$38
5 star
Very Good69 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|1.04km from city center
Services and facilities are not available or not. Breakfast is slow to start lined up and there are few types.FromUS$83
Very Good10 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.66km from city center
Impecable!FromUS$101
Great1 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|1km from city center
A stay at La Sofia Apart & Wines places you in the heart of Mendoza, within a 10-minute walk of Italy Square and Plaza Italia. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Zaldivar Institute and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Pasado Cuyano Museum.Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a reception hall.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with stovetops and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.FromUS$65
Great115 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.58km from city center
Not recommended!!! I went there for the new hotel. Hilton members can exchange breakfast for free at the front desk. Free drinks are available from 8am to 8pm every day.
But!!! I couldn't sleep at all!!! The soundproofing was very poor and there was a bar downstairs. I stayed there for three nights and the music was so loud that it lasted until midnight on two nights. It was like a live disco in the room and my heart was beating so fast that I couldn't stand it at all!!! It was torture!!FromUS$116
Good44 Reviews
Mendoza City Center Mendoza|0.45km from city center
Very good location in the city with a very nice rooftop for breakfast. The room sizes are good and the staff are nice. They offer tours of the city as well as dry cleaningFromUS$52
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Mendoza?
The nearest airport to Mendoza is El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ), about 8.1 km away.Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) (189.9 km), San Juan Airport (UAQ) (151.9 km) and San Rafael Airport (AFA) (193.5 km).
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How long does it take to get from Mendoza to the airport?
Getting from Mendoza to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) takes about 20 minutes - 25 minutes.
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How do I get to Mendoza?
We recommend flying into El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ), which is approximately 8.1 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Airport Taxi / Remis, reaching downtown in about 20 minutes - 25 minutes.
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How many airports does Mendoza have?
Mendoza has 4 airports: El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ), Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL), San Juan Airport (UAQ) and San Rafael Airport (AFA).