How to travel from Iguazú Falls to Salta, Argentina

The distance between Iguazú Falls and Salta is around 1,132km (703 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Iguazú Falls to Salta by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out SaltaIguazú Falls if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Iguazu (IGR) to Salta (SLA).

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ARS 23,305($185)
Operated by

Aerolíneas Argentinas

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Bus

Take the bus to Corrientes and then to Salta.

  • Duration24h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ARS 3,310($26)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Salta.

  • Duration19h 40m
  • Distance1,422km (884 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Iguazú Falls and Salta

There are several options for getting from Iguazú Falls to Salta by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ARS 3,310 ($26) and will take around 24h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ARS 23,305 ($185).

The distance between Iguazú Falls and Salta is around 1,132km (703 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 997km (620 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Iguazú Falls and Salta by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 19h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Iguazú Falls to Salta is to fly which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx ARS 23,305 ($185).

The cheapest way to travel between Iguazú Falls and Salta, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ARS 3,310 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Iguazú Falls and Salta. We recommend that you fly from Iguazu (IGR) to Salta (SLA). instead which will take 2h 30m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Iguazú Falls and Salta. It typically takes around 24h 20m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Iguazú Falls to Salta. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Puerto Iguazú and Corrientes. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 24h 20m.

Rio Uruguay, Crucero Del Norte, El Norte Bis, Andesmar, La Veloz Del Norte, Flecha Bus, Tramat, Brown SRL, El Rapido Internacional, Fono Bus and Chevallier run regular bus services between Iguazú Falls and Salta. Buses run once daily and take around 24h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Iguazú Falls and Salta. Flights depart from Iguazu (IGR) and arrive at Salta (SLA). The flight takes around 2hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Iguazú Falls and Salta with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2hrs.

Aerolíneas Argentinas and Jetsmart fly between Iguazú Falls and Salta. Flights depart from Iguazu (IGR) and and arrive into Salta (SLA). These flights usually take around 2hrs.

The flight from Iguazú Falls to Salta typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Iguazu (IGR) and and arrive into Salta (SLA).

The closest major airport to Salta is Gobernador Horacio Guzmán International Airport (JUJ) (JUJ) which is approximately 108km (67 miles) from Salta. Martín Miguel de Güemes International Airport (SLA) (SLA) and Teniente Benjamín Matienzo International Airport (TUC) (TUC) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Iguazú Falls and Salta. The distance is around 1,422km (884 miles) by road and it will take around 19h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Iguazú Falls to Salta is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around ARS 23,305 ($185).

How do I get from Iguazú Falls to Salta

Compare travel optionsbetween Iguazú Falls and Salta

Transport options from Iguazú Falls to Salta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 30m
ARS 23,305($185)
on demand1,132km (703 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
24h 20m
ARS 3,310($26)
once daily1,572km (977 miles)
Bus via San Miguel de Tucumán1 day 3h
ARS 14,645($115)
once daily1,771km (1,101 miles)
Drive
19h 40m
ARS 19,610($155)
on demand1,422km (884 miles)

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Airports near Salta

The following major airports near Salta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Argentina and internationally.

JUJ
Gobernador Horacio Guzmán International Airport (JUJ)
International Airport
Distance
108km (67 miles) from Salta
SLA
Martín Miguel de Güemes International Airport (SLA)
International Airport
Distance
118km (73 miles) from Salta
TUC
Teniente Benjamín Matienzo International Airport (TUC)
International Airport
Distance
207km (128 miles) from Salta