How to travel from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza, Argentina

The distance between Iguazu National Park and Mendoza is around 2,117km (1,316 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 25m.

4 routes found

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

👋 Also check out MendozaIguazu National Park if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Iguazu (IGR) to Mendoza (MDZ).

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Flight time3h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ARS 30,055($235)
Operated by

Aerolíneas Argentinas

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Bus

Take the bus to Buenos Aires - Retiro and then to Mendoza.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ARS 11,205($88)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Iguazu National Park and Mendoza

There are several options for getting from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza by plane and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ARS 11,205 ($88) and will take around 1 day 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ARS 30,055 ($235).

The distance between Iguazu National Park and Mendoza is around 2,117km (1,316 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,623km (1,008 miles)

It takes around 4h 25m to get from Iguazu National Park and Mendoza by plane.

The quickest way to get from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza is to fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx ARS 30,055 ($235).

The cheapest way to travel between Iguazu National Park and Mendoza is to take the bus which will typically cost around ARS 11,205 ($88) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Iguazu National Park and Mendoza. We recommend that you fly from Iguazu (IGR) to Mendoza (MDZ). instead which will take 4h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Iguazu National Park and Mendoza. It typically takes around 1 day 2h and departs on demand.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Ciudad del Este, Buenos Aires - Retiro, Retiro, Diagonal Norte and Callao. These services run on demand and will take a minimum of 1 day 2h.

Crucero Del Norte, Sendas, Expreso Singer, Autotransportes San Juan S.A, Chevallier and Andesmar run regular bus services between Iguazu National Park and Mendoza. Buses run on demand and take around 1 day 2h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Iguazu National Park and Mendoza. Flights depart from Iguazu (IGR) and arrive at Mendoza (MDZ) - via Jujuy (JUJ). The flight takes around 3h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza. There is however a flight that goes via Jujuy (JUJ). This services will take at least 4h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza typically takes around 3h 50m. Flights depart from Iguazu (IGR) and and arrive into Mendoza (MDZ).

The closest major airport to Mendoza is Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ) (MDZ) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Mendoza. San Juan Airport (UAQ) (UAQ) and San Rafael Airport (AFA) (AFA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza. We recommend that you fly from Iguazu (IGR) to Mendoza (MDZ). instead which will take 4h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around ARS 30,055 ($235).

How do I get from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza

Compare travel optionsbetween Iguazu National Park and Mendoza

Transport options from Iguazu National Park to Mendoza
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 25m
ARS 30,055($235)
on demand2,117km (1,316 miles)
Bus + 2 similar
1 day 2h
ARS 11,205($88)
5 times a week2,391km (1,486 miles)
Bus via Córdoba1 day 8h
ARS 15,665($125)
4 times a week2,176km (1,352 miles)
Bus to Mendoza1 day 12h
ARS 24,325($190)
once daily2,525km (1,569 miles)

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Airports near Mendoza

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

MDZ
Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ)
International Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Mendoza
UAQ
San Juan Airport (UAQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
152km (94 miles) from Mendoza
AFA
San Rafael Airport (AFA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
193km (120 miles) from Mendoza