Travelling from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the most convenient departure point for your flight from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ). Explore the options for setting off from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport flight is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Buenos Aires and Mar Del Plata (where Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ) is the most popular route. There are 26 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Aerolineas Argentinas at 8:35pm. Opt for the first AEP to MDQ departure operated by Aerolineas Argentinas at 7:15am if getting there sooner works for you.
Your flight from Buenos Aires to MDQ won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ) operate out of this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport with Aerolineas Argentinas. This leading airline operates departures from AEP.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between AEP and MDQ is Aerolineas Argentinas.
Aerolineas Argentinas is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield:
64% of flights leaving from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield make it to their destination on time.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Think about kicking off your trip from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). You can book a direct Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ) plane ticket from this hub.
You can board a direct flight from Buenos Aires to MDQ with Aerolineas Argentinas. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of EZE.
Aerolineas Argentinas has the largest share of bookings on the EZE to MDQ route.
The most punctual carrier is Aerolineas Argentinas. Its Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport flights land as scheduled 75.0% of the time.
You can get to EZE from the centre of Buenos Aires in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport the day before your Buenos Aires to MDQ flight:
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
About Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ)
Reserve a hotel close to MDQ if you have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport. Settle into one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ) to central Mar Del Plata
Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Mar Del Plata. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ)
Right now, $77 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $178. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport (MDQ). February is the busiest month to travel to Mar Del Plata. If crowds aren't your thing, go in August.
When booking your Buenos Aires to MDQ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Mar Del Plata, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Mar Del Plata
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Mar Del Plata right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata Astor Piazzolla Intl Airport:
Teatro Colon and Playa Popular are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Mar Del Plata itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Aquasol Water Park.
Explore more of Argentina
Mar Del Plata is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Argentina just waiting to be explored. About 153 kilometres northwest of Mar Del Plata, a trip to Tandil will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Paseo Del Bosque, Castillo San Francisco and Plaza Independencia.
If you want to check out another major stop in Argentina, consider Olavarria, about 274 kilometres northwest of Mar Del Plata. Bioparque Municipal La Maxima, Museo de las Ciencias and Teatro Municipal are the start of reasons to visit.