Buenos Aires Airport Guide (EZE)

(Ezeiza) Ministro Pistarini International Airport

Aut. Richieri S/N, CP 1802, Buenos Aires, Argentina

EZE

54

(011) 5480 6111

2

GMT - 3 (GMT - 2 from first Sunday in October to first Sunday in February)

The airport is situated at Ezeiza, 35km (21 miles) southwest of Buenos Aires.

Major investment in Ezeiza Airport was announced late in 2007: plans include a new terminal building, control tower and car parking facilities. The project is due for completion in 2010/11.

The terminals are within walking distance of each other.

From Plaza San Martín (San Martín y Libertador) to the airport: Take Calle San Martín, Avenida Del Libertador, Avenida Maipú, Calle Arenales, Avenida 9 de Julio, motorway 25 de Mayo, Avenida TGL Dellepiane and the motorway TGP Riccheri. The airport is signposted.

The airport has parking spaces available in a multi-storey covered parking garage and an open-air parking lot, next to Terminal A. There is no distinction between long- and short-term parking at the airport. Spaces are subject to availability; reservations are cannot be made.

There are four car hire companies at the airport: Alamo, Avis, Hertz and Localiza, located in Terminal A Arrivals.

Road
Bus: A number of bus services operated to Ezeiza, Buenos Aires and the surrounding areas. Bus 394 runs to Monte Grande railway station and Camino de Cintura. Bus 502 runs to Ezeiza City. Bus 51 runs to Constitución via Monte Grande. Bus 86 operates between the airport and central Buenos Aires, Plaza de Mayo. Manuel Tienda León provides a shuttle service from the airport.
Taxi: There is a taxi stand at the airport. Municipal taxis for both Ezeiza and Buenos Aires are available outside both terminals at authorised taxi ranks (journey time - 45 minutes). Transfer-Express (tel: (011) 5480 0196) operates a chauffeur service between Ezeiza and Buenos Aires, departing from both terminals.

There are two information desks. One is located on the ground floor of Terminal A and it is open 24 hours and the other one is on the ground floor of Terminal B and it is open from 0530 until the last flight. Courtesy telephones are situated around the terminal, with a direct link to the information desk. The airport has a 24-hour information line, which also provides information for the Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (internal flights) (tel: (011) 5480 6111). Customer service representatives from Aeropuertos Argentina 2000 are available to provide assistance and information; they are easily recognisable by their uniform. Tourist information desks are located in Terminal A Arrivals and in the baggage reclaim hall of Terminal B Arrivals.

Money and communications: Facilities include several bureaux de change in both terminals and ATMs in Terminal A. There is a 24-hour bank in the Terminal A Arrivals area. Telephone and Internet access is available in Terminal A Departures and Terminal B Arrivals. Mobile phone hire and services are available in Terminal A Arrivals and Departures.
Eating and drinking: There are several restaurants, cafes and bars.
Shopping: There are several shops at the airport. Duty-free is available in Terminal A and B Departures, and in Terminal A Arrivals.
Luggage: The left-luggage service is located next to the information desk on the ground floor of Terminal A and in Terminal A Departures; lockers are available in Terminal A Arrivals. Lost property is handled by the National Aeronautical Police. Trolleys are available for a fee. Baggage wrapping services are located throughout the terminals.
Other facilities: There are pharmacies in both terminals, and a medical service centre in Terminal A.

The airport has VIP Lounges on the first floor of Terminal B Departures (after security), and on the first floor of Terminal B Departures (after security); these are pre-bookable (tel: (011) 5480 2588) and are for business-class passengers of various airlines and club members only. VIP members can use the check-in facilities, bar and relaxation room, take a shower, access the Internet, watch TV and use the telephone and fax facilities. AA2000 provides a VIP Lounge on the ground floor of Terminal A Arrivals. Internet access is available at telephone booths throughout the terminals, and a photocopy service is available in Arrivals.

The airport is fully physically accessible. Ramps and lifts are located throughout the airport and there are specially adapted bathrooms, toilets and telephones. Telephones for the hearing impaired are also available. Disabled parking is available.

There are no hotels located on site – all accommodation is to be found in Buenos Aires,