This article deals with how to get from EZE Airport to Buenos Aires using ground transportation. The airport is also known as Ministro Pistarini International Airport Ezeiza. There is another Buenos Airport called AEP Airport or Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (EZE), and you can find how to get from AEP to Buenos Aires here.
Taxi from EZE to Buenos Aires
EZE (Ministro Pistarini International Ezeiza) is located around 31 kilometres or 19 miles from the centre of Buenos Aires. The journey takes around 45 minutes by car depending on traffic versus 90-120 minutes for a bus.
Read my advice on how *I think* you should travel into the city, at the end of this article.
The typical cost of a taxi from EZE (Ezeiza) to Microcentro is $25 USD.
Pre-booked Private transfers to/from EZE Ezeiza Airport
The typical cost of a private transfer with this link from EZE to downtown Buenos Aires is $28 USD one way.
- Private car with professional driver
- Driver will help with bags
- Up to 3 people included
- Pickup at EZE Ezeiza on arrival. Pickup from most downtown Buenos Aires properties on return.
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Remis: About private transfers
In Argentina, a ‘remis’ is a private transfer by car from the airport to your destination. It’s similar to a taxi, but a remis has to be pre-booked and often pre-paid. The cars don’t have a distinguishing colour or sign, don’t use a meter and can’t stop on streets to pick up passengers. You have to book online, by phone or at a remisería. A lot of people use Tienda Leon, but there are others. Read my experience of using Tienda Leon at AEP Airport.
The typical cost of a remis from EZE (Ezeiza) to Microcentro is $30 USD.
Should I take a Taxi or Remis in Buenos Aires?
Great question. There are pros and cons. A remis is usually more expensive than a taxi. A remis from EZE to Microcentro will cost around $30 USD during the day vs $25 USD for a taxi. Both a taxi and a remis are a door-to-door service and taxis are more convenient – you just show up and go. However, in Buenos Aires, taxi scams happen regularly and it’s a bit difficult to distinguish an unofficial taxi from a professional operator. Plus there is no set price with a taxi (there is with a remis) and Buenos Aires traffic can easily increase your fare, which will usually only be payable in cash.
Buenos Aires Information
Buenos Aires has a population of 15 million and is the second biggest city in South America. Most visitors and tourists stay in well-known neighbourhoods, such as Microcentro, where the main shopping streets and hotels are located. Nearby tourist-friendly districts include Recoleta, Palermo, Retiro and San Telmo.
Compare the prices for three levels of typical ‘Microcentro’ hotels in upscale districts below.
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Can I use Uber or Cabify at EZE Buenos Aires Airport?
Uber (and Cabify) work pretty well at EZE and in Buenos Aires, despite the fact that Uber was once illegal in the city (until 2020). Like any taxi or car service, maintain vigilance and make sure you can follow the route you anticipate traveling in Maps or Google Maps. It’s good advice to wait until you have all your bags and have been through Immigration & Customs before you order your ride.
Most people arrive in Terminal A at Ezeiza and the pickup is *usually* 100metres from the arrivals hall. The pick-up point can change from time to time as the pickup area is not fixed, so check the directions in your rideshare app carefully to make sure you go to the right spot.
The typical cost of a rideshare from EZE (Ezeiza) to downtown Buenos Aires is $25 USD.
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Shuttle from EZE to downtown Buenos Aires
One of the most popular ways to transfer to downtown Buenos Aires from EZE is the Tienda Leon shuttle bus. They are the only provider. Tienda Leon shuttle buses depart around hourly from EZE to Terminal Madero in the city centre. You can pick up a bus after Arrivals at both Terminal A and Terminal C at Ezeiza. The buses are comfortable but *very popular* so you could easily have to line up for the next one (an hour later). You can take one piece of luggage and one piece of hand luggage. Expect to pay around $10,500 ARS or $13 USD one way. Buy a ticket at the Tienda Leon kiosk, right after customs.
The typical cost of a shuttle bus from EZE (Ezeiza) to Microcentro is $13 USD.
Shuttle between EZE and AEP Airports
The best way to take a shuttle between EZE and AEP Airports is the Tienda Leon Bus. It departs every 45 minutes at busy times, every 1 hour at other times and has no trips between 0215 and 0630. The EZE-AEP shuttle takes 1 hour and 20 minutes and costs $11,000 ARS one way, or roughly $13 USD. Get more information here.
The shuttle bus between EZE (Ezeiza) to AEP is $13 USD.
Bus from EZE to Buenos Aires
Buses depart from the airport bus stop right in front of Terminal B at EZE. To get to the city centre, take Bus Line 8 to Plaza del Congreso or Plaza de Mayo (right in the centre). It will cost you around $0.75 USD and take between 90 and 120 minutes. It leaves roughly every 30 minutes between 7am and 8.52pm on weekdays, every hour on Saturdays from 7am-9pm. Bus Line 8 does NOT run on Sundays or public holidays. Read on for how to buy tickets. You can’t pay in cash.
The typical cost of a bus from EZE (Ezeiza) to downtown Buenos Aires is $0.75 USD.
How to buy bus tickets for Buenos Aires at EZE Airport – SUBE Card
If you want to take public transport in Buenos Aires, you have to buy a rechargeable SUBE Card. Typically, you can buy the SUBE Card at any Subte station. There isn’t one at the airport, of course, but the SUBE Card is available from Open 25 kiosks at AEP Airport (known as “kioskos”) or at the Tourist Desks. The kiosks sell confectionary and tobacco, so you can’t miss them.
The SUBE card costs ARS $490 and you have to charge it up with money. There are two locations at the airport where you can do this, using a regular credit card. Put on sufficient money for the first few days of your trip and you can then top up at numerous kioskos or Subte stations around the city. To help you gauge how much to add for your trip to Buenos Aires, the cost of a typical journey is between ARS $35 and $45 by bus. A subway journey using the SUBE Card costs ARS $58 per journey. You can always add more cash later.
Do: Get on the bus via the front door so your SUBE card can be charged. The back doors are for getting off the bus.
Don’t: Have phones, cameras and cash on show as bus rides are notorious for pick-pockets.
The Subte Buenos Aires Transport website is very helpful and provides details of where to charge your SUBE Card. Note that it is in Spanish only.
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Is it Safe on Buenos Aires Public Transport from EZE Airport?
In short, not always. “Unofficial” taxi drivers might take a circuitous route, give you counterfeit change, overcharge. On buses, are you safe after dark or are your bags safe? Concerns are valid, but keep a perspective.
Buenos Aires is a big city and, like most big cities, you’ve got to watch yourself. For example, Buenos Aires has a reputation for distraction scams (often involving women). The infamous “mustard scam” involves a person appearing to help you to remove mustard or ketchup from your outfit, while another person robs you. Politely don’t get involved and move away from anyone who approaches you.
Like any big city, take care of you and your possessions on Buenos Aires public transport. Don’t carry or show large amounts of cash in one place. Spread out your valuables. Don’t leave bags unattended.
My advice: Take a Remis or Uber from Buenos Aires Airport to downtown Buenos Aires
For my own safety, I always pay for a taxi from an official airport provider to my hotel, despite the fact I love using public transport. The transfer with all your stuff from an airport to a hotel or hostel is a moment of significant vulnerability as a traveller. Take care of yourself and budget for the taxi service.
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Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport (EZE) Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from EZE to Buenos Aires? How much for a taxi to Recoleta or Palermo?
A taxi from EZE to Buenos Aires will cost roughly $25 USD. That’s if you ride with a reputable provider, during the day with regular traffic. Read this EZE to Buenos Aires article for travel advice. For AEP to Buenos Aires advice click here.
Which airport should I fly into Buenos Aires? I can book a flight to either AEP or EZE?
Assuming that Buenos Aires is your final destination on this flight, and if you have a choice, you should choose AEP airport. It’s got fewer international flights, but is much closer to Buenos Aires downtown, making for cheaper and faster transfers. Plus customs and immigration should be much faster. However, if you need connections or frequency on your route, choose EZE which is the main international airport.
Is there a train to Ezeiza EZE Airport? Is there a metro to Ezeiza EZE Airport?
Sadly there is no train or metro that connects Buenos Aires to Ezeiza EZE Airport. You can choose from taxi, remis, private transfer, Uber, Cabify, public bus or shuttle bus.
What is the time difference at EZE Airport?
Buenos Aires Airport is 2 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (New York) and 3 hours behind London. So when it’s 6pm in Buenos Aires, it’s 4pm in New York and 9pm in London.
What is the address of Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport EZE?
The address of EZE is: AU Tte. Gral. Pablo Riccheri Km 33,5, B1802 Ezeiza, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina.
What is the Buenos Aires Airport Code?
There are two airports in Buenos Aires. The code for Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport is AEP. The code for Ezeiza International Airport is EZE.
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