Flying from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MDZ to TUC flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Aerolineas Argentinas is your gateway to discovering Tucuman (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Argentina!). Check out the direct flights from El Plumerillo International Airport to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Aerolineas Argentinas.
With a reliable 84.62% of services arriving as scheduled, Aerolineas Argentinas has the best on-time record for MDZ to TUC flights.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from El Plumerillo International Airport to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport. Many travellers pass through Jorge Newbery Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way El Plumerillo International Airport to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport flight is 42 €. A return fare is currently 86 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MDZ to TUC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from El Plumerillo International Airport to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from El Plumerillo International Airport to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport.
Handy information about El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
86.17% of flights departing from El Plumerillo International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of MDZ.
El Plumerillo International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Mendoza. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MDZ. Whether you're catching an early flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC)
Get off your El Plumerillo International Airport to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a handy option that's not too far from TUC, check out Hotel Carlos V.
Hit the road running by picking up a Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Rent A Car to explore Tucuman and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) to central Tucuman
Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Tucuman. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport. March is the busiest month to visit Tucuman. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport for January if you want to explore Tucuman during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDZ to TUC in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Argentina
Tucuman is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Argentina you should also see. Around 225 kilometres north of Tucuman, a visit to Salta will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Cerro San Bernardo, Museo de Arqueologia de Alta Montana de Salta and Cathedral of Salta.
Santiago Del Estero is another sought-after destination in Argentina and is around 145 kilometres south-east of Tucuman. No journey is complete without seeing Museo Interactivo De Ciencia-Parque Aguirre, Plaza Libertad and Centro Cultural del Bicentenario.
