MDZ Airport Transfer | Mendoza El Plumerillo — Wine Country

Mendoza El Plumerillo Airport (IATA: MDZ) serves Argentina's wine capital and Andes gateway, handling domestic routes from Buenos Aires (AEP, approximately 2 hours) and Bariloche, plus international routes from Santiago and São Paulo. The terminal is 8 kilometres north of Mendoza city centre. Remis (registered private hire) and metered taxis operate from outside arrivals. Uber has limited presence. A LocalsRide driver meets you inside the arrivals exit for transfers to city hotels, bodega estates, and the Andes.

MDZ Transfer Times

Mendoza city centre: 8 km, 15–25 min. Chacras de Coria (bodegas): 18 km, 22–35 min. Maipú wine valley: 20 km, 25–38 min. Luján de Cuyo: 25 km, 30–45 min. Cacheuta thermal baths: 45 km, 45–60 min. Potrerillos reservoir: 60 km, 60–75 min. Aconcagua Park entrance: 175 km, 2.5–3 hours.

Frequently asked questions

Can I fly between Mendoza and Buenos Aires and book airport transfers at both ends?

Yes — domestic flights from AEP to MDZ take ~2 hours. You can pre-book a LocalsRide private car from AEP to your Buenos Aires hotel and a separate transfer from MDZ to your bodega or city hotel — both at confirmed USD prices.

What is the best way to reach Aconcagua base camp from Mendoza Airport?

Private car transfers from MDZ to the Aconcagua Provincial Park entrance (Horcones, 175 km via RN7, 2.5–3 hours) are available. The RN7 follows the Mendoza River gorge through dramatic Andean scenery. A park permit must be obtained in advance.