Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires airport to city centre: trains, buses, taxis and costs
From Ezeiza (EZE), take an official taxi or app car to the centre: about 45–60 minutes and US$30–45. From Aeroparque (AEP) it is 15–30 minutes and US$8–15. There is no train from either airport. Choose a bus only if you are on a tight budget and travelling light.
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Key facts
- Main international airport
- EZE (Ezeiza), about 30 km southwest of the centre
- Domestic airport
- AEP (Aeroparque Jorge Newbery), inside the city
- EZE to centre by road
- About 45–60 minutes; allow 90 in rush hour
- AEP to centre by road
- About 15–30 minutes
- Taxi or app, EZE
- About US$30–45
- Taxi or app, AEP
- About US$8–15
- Train from the airport
- None; no rail link to either terminal
- Payment
- Have some Argentine pesos in cash; cards work in official taxis and apps
Compare your options
Two airports serve Buenos Aires and they are 30 km apart, so the first thing to confirm is which one you land at. EZE handles long-haul international flights; AEP handles most domestic and regional ones. Prices below are 2026 estimates and move with the exchange rate.
| Option | From | Time to centre | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official taxi / remis | EZE | 45–60 min | US$30–45 | Anyone with luggage, arriving at night |
| App car (Uber, Cabify) | EZE | 45–60 min | US$30–45 | Price shown before you accept |
| Shuttle bus | EZE | 60–90 min | US$10–20 | Solo travellers on a budget |
| Public bus (colectivo) | EZE | 90 min+ | Under US$1 | Very light bags, daytime, SUBE card |
| Official taxi / app | AEP | 15–30 min | US$8–15 | Almost everyone |
| Public bus | AEP | 30–45 min | Under US$1 | Cheapest, daytime, SUBE card |
Times are off-peak; add 30–45 minutes for weekday rush hour (07:00–10:00, 17:00–20:00). Costs are 2026 estimates.
Ezeiza (EZE): the international airport
EZE sits about 30 km southwest of the centre on the Riccheri motorway. The drive to Recoleta, Palermo or Microcentro is usually 45–60 minutes, but the motorway jams badly on weekday mornings and evenings, so allow 90 minutes if you have a flight or a fixed check-in.
Use the official taxi desk inside the arrivals hall or book through an app. Drivers who approach you in the hall offering a ride are not the official service, and the price they quote is not the metered one. Official taxis and remis (pre-booked cars) take cash and cards; apps show the fare before you accept.
The cheapest route is the public bus, but it needs a SUBE card, which you must buy and top up first, and it is slow with luggage. Shuttle buses run to central hotels and are a middle option for solo travellers. There is no train from EZE.
- Confirm your terminal: EZE has separate international terminals, and the walk between them is long.
- Buy a SUBE card at the airport if you plan to use buses or the Subte in the city.
- Keep your bag with you in the taxi, not in an open boot you cannot see.
Aeroparque (AEP): the city airport
AEP is on the riverfront inside the city, about 15–30 minutes from Palermo, Recoleta and Microcentro. Most domestic flights and some regional ones use it, so if you are connecting to Patagonia, Iguazú, Mendoza or Salta you will probably land here rather than at EZE.
Because it is so close, a taxi or app car is cheap and fast, and the public bus network reaches it directly. If you are transferring between EZE and AEP, treat it as a separate trip: the two airports are 30 km apart and the road transfer takes about an hour, so leave at least four hours between flights.
| Transfer | Time | Cost | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| AEP to Palermo or Recoleta | 15–25 min | US$8–15 | Taxi or app |
| AEP to Microcentro | 20–30 min | US$8–15 | Taxi or app |
| EZE to AEP | About 60 min | US$30–45 | Separate trip; allow 4 hours between flights |
| AEP by public bus | 30–45 min | Under US$1 | Needs a SUBE card |
2026 estimates; rush hour adds 20–30 minutes.
What it costs
Budget US$30–45 for the EZE run and US$8–15 for AEP. Apps and official taxis land in the same range; the difference is that an app shows the price first. Shuttle buses cost US$10–20 per person, and the public bus is under US$1 plus the SUBE card.
Argentina's currency moves fast, so treat every figure here as a 2026 estimate and check the meter or the app before you set off. Tipping is not expected in taxis; rounding up is normal. If you pay in cash, small notes help.
- Ask the driver to use the meter, or agree the app price before you get in.
- Keep a little cash for the SUBE card and small purchases.
- Cards are widely accepted, but not everywhere in the provinces.
| Item | 2026 estimate |
|---|---|
| EZE to centre, taxi or app | US$30–45 |
| AEP to centre, taxi or app | US$8–15 |
| EZE shuttle bus, per person | US$10–20 |
| Public bus, per ride | Under US$1 |
| SUBE card | Small fee plus top-up — check |
| Airport to city by train | Not available |
Practical tips
Landing at night is common on long-haul flights into EZE. At that hour the official taxi desk and app pick-up points are the calm options; the public bus is not worth the risk with bags after dark.
Traffic is the main variable. A 45-minute run can become 90 minutes in the weekday peak, so if you have a domestic connection at AEP, build in the buffer. Domestic flights to Patagonia, Iguazú, Mendoza and Salta leave from AEP, not EZE, so check your ticket carefully before you book a transfer.
Tap water is drinkable in Buenos Aires, so you can refill a bottle at the airport. Plugs are type I and C at 220 V, and type I sockets are like Australia's with live and neutral reversed, so bring a universal adapter.
- Check EZE versus AEP on your ticket before booking any transfer.
- Allow 90 minutes for the EZE drive in rush hour.
- Buy a SUBE card at the airport if you want to use buses or the Subte.
- Keep your phone and wallet out of sight on public transport.
FAQ
Questions people ask
How do I get from Buenos Aires airport to the city centre?
From EZE, take an official taxi or app car: 45–60 minutes, US$30–45. From AEP, the same options take 15–30 minutes for US$8–15. Shuttle and public buses are cheaper but slower, and the public bus needs a SUBE card.
How much is a taxi from Buenos Aires airport?
About US$30–45 from EZE to the centre and US$8–15 from AEP, as 2026 estimates. Apps show the price before you accept; official taxis use meters. Avoid drivers who approach you inside the terminal.
Is there a train from Buenos Aires airport?
No. Neither EZE nor AEP has a rail link to the city centre. Your options are taxi, app car, shuttle bus or public bus, and the road transfer is the only practical route.
Which airport should I use for domestic flights in Argentina?
Most domestic and regional flights use AEP, inside the city. Long-haul international flights use EZE, about 30 km southwest. The two are about an hour apart by road, so allow four hours if you are connecting between them.
Do I need cash for the airport transfer?
It helps. Official taxis and apps take cards, but a little Argentine peso cash covers the SUBE card, small buses and any card-machine problems. Amounts are 2026 estimates and change with the exchange rate.
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