Flight deals from Mendoza, Argentina

Why flights from Mendoza put the world within reach

Mendoza’s wine country charm pairs with practical air links, making it an easy launchpad for quick hops over the Andes and deeper adventures across South America. You get the small airport feel with a growing list of regional connections and onward gateways.

What makes Mendoza a smart departure hub

El Plumerillo International, known locally as Aeropuerto Internacional Gobernador Francisco Gabrielli, sits about 11 kilometers northeast of downtown in Las Heras, so getting from city to gate is typically straightforward. Its scale means simpler wayfinding and a calmer pre flight experience, while routes over the Andes to Chile and up to Buenos Aires put major hubs within a short flight, opening connections across the continent and beyond. Seasonal links to Brazil and a nonstop to Panama City add beach escapes and long haul connection options, so you can design weekend breaks, wine trips, or big multi stop journeys without backtracking. Travelers consistently note efficient check in, friendly staff, and even local wine shops in terminal, so your Mendoza mood can start before takeoff.

Efficient airport experience and city proximity

Popular and trending destinations from Mendoza right now

From everyday essentials to bucket list breaks, these are the routes people choose for speed, value, and onward options.

Short hops, seasonal favorites, long haul gateways

For city breaks and business, the staple is the nonstop on the Mendoza to Buenos Aires corridor, usually about 1 hour 40 minutes nonstop, typically operated by the national carrier and low cost competitors, subject to change. It is the fastest way to tap into Argentina’s largest network and international departures.

Crossing the Andes for food, culture, and coastal connections, Mendoza to Santiago averages around 1 hour 5 minutes nonstop, with multiple carriers serving the route, subject to change. This is a favorite for quick weekend flights from Mendoza and for onward links up and down Chile. Mendoza to São Paulo and Mendoza to Rio de Janeiro both attract winter sun seekers and festival goers, with São Paulo available on select days or seasons and Rio de Janeiro appearing seasonally, each offering a block time of about 3 to 3.5 hours, subject to change. Mendoza to Lima offers Andean panoramas to Peru’s capital in about 3 hours 55 minutes nonstop when operating, and Mendoza to Panama City brings North and Central America within 5 hours of flying for Caribbean and US connections. If direct dates do not work, Kiwi.com’s Virtual Interlining can combine separate carriers into one self transfer itinerary to unlock more flexibility.

Making the most of route options

When to book flights from Mendoza for best value

Prices swing with harvest season, ski months, school holidays, and regional events. A little planning and the right tools go a long way.

Timing your search and using Kiwi tools

For most short haul routes such as Buenos Aires or Santiago, starting your search 4 to 6 weeks before departure often surfaces good value, while long haul connections can merit a longer runway. Fares can zigzag around local peaks, so checking a flexible month view and midweek travel days can help. For example, round trips between Mendoza and Buenos Aires have been found from around 75 USD in July and around 275 USD in May, subject to change.

Set alerts and let the system watch prices for you. Toggle Set a Price Alert on any route and get notified when the fare moves, so you can book when it fits your budget. Multi city plans are easy with the Nomad Search Tool for complex wine and Andes tours, and Travel Hacks can help you push savings further with self transfer or flexible routing. All examples are subject to change.

Using alerts, Nomad, and Travel Hacks for savings

Airports and airlines in Mendoza explained clearly

Here is how to get to the airport, what to expect inside, and how to make the most of carrier options from Mendoza.

How to use MDZ and mix carriers the smart way

El Plumerillo International Airport MDZ is about 11 kilometers from central Mendoza using National Route 40, typically about 20 minutes’ drive depending on traffic. Taxis and ride hailing are standard, and a future extension of the Metrotranvía de Mendoza tram could improve public access by 2025, subject to change. The compact terminal features check in, security, cafes, local wine shops, VIP lounge options, and supports accessibility and families.

Carriers at MDZ include Aerolíneas Argentinas for domestic routes, JetSMART and Sky Airline for Santiago and budget fares, LATAM Airlines for Chile and Peru, Copa Airlines to Panama City, and Azul for São Paulo during specific seasons. Kiwi.com Virtual Interlining enables booking across carriers on a single itinerary with the Kiwi.com Guarantee, which provides automatic check in, 24 hour chat support, and Disruption Protection if changes occur. If disruptions affect your trip, Disruption Protection offers instant Kiwi.com Credit to rebook or apply for an airline refund, in accordance with stated terms.

Transport, terminal tips, and how the Kiwi.com Guarantee works

Smart travel tips for departures from Mendoza

• Arrive about 90 minutes before domestic flights and at least 2 hours before international departures, and add extra buffer in peak holiday weeks, subject to change.
• In winter, allow more time for cross Andes routes that can be impacted by weather, and consider morning departures for more predictable operations.
• If you are connecting in Buenos Aires, check which airport your flight uses, Aeroparque or Ezeiza, and leave buffer time if you need to change airports.
• Use Virtual Interlining on Kiwi.com to build self transfer combinations across different airlines, then add the Kiwi.com Guarantee for peace of mind on carrier changes.
• For last minute flights from Mendoza, search one way first, then widen to adjacent dates and nearby hubs like Santiago to reveal more options.
• Download the Kiwi.com App to get price alert notifications, mobile boarding passes after automatic check in, and real time trip updates on the go.