How to travel from Mendoza to Iguazú Falls, Argentina

The distance between Mendoza and Iguazú Falls is around 2,104km (1,308 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Mendoza to Iguazú Falls 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 Iguazú FallsMendoza if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

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

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time3h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ARS 31,325($245)
Operated by

Aerolíneas Argentinas

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Bus

Take the bus to Córdoba and then to Puerto Iguazú.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ARS 15,665($125)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Iguazu Falls.

  • Duration24h 60m
  • Distance2,108km (1,310 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mendoza and Iguazú Falls

There are several options for getting from Mendoza to Iguazú Falls by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ARS 15,665 ($125) and will take around 1 day 9h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ARS 31,325 ($245).

The distance between Mendoza and Iguazú Falls is around 2,104km (1,308 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,607km (998 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Mendoza and Iguazú Falls by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 24h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Mendoza to Iguazú Falls is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx ARS 31,325 ($245).

The cheapest way to travel between Mendoza and Iguazú Falls, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ARS 15,665 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mendoza and Iguazú Falls. We recommend that you fly from Mendoza (MDZ) to Iguazu (IGR). instead which will take 3h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Mendoza and Iguazú Falls. It typically takes around 1 day 9h and departs 4 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Mendoza to Iguazú Falls. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Córdoba and Puerto Iguazú. These services run 4 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 9h.

Autotransportes San Juan S.A, Expreso Singer and Andesmar run regular bus services between Mendoza and Iguazú Falls. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 1 day 9h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mendoza and Iguazú Falls. Flights depart from Mendoza (MDZ) and arrive at Iguazu (IGR) - via Jujuy (JUJ). The flight takes around 3h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Mendoza to Iguazú Falls. There is however a flight that goes via Jujuy (JUJ). This services will take at least 3h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mendoza to Iguazú Falls typically takes around 3h 30m. Flights depart from Mendoza (MDZ) and and arrive into Iguazu (IGR).

The closest major airport to Iguazú Falls is Posadas Airport (PSS) (PSS) which is approximately 242km (150 miles) from Iguazú Falls. Formosa International Airport (FMA) (FMA) and Camba Punta Airport (CNQ) (CNQ) 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 Mendoza and Iguazú Falls. The distance is around 2,108km (1,310 miles) by road and it will take around 24h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mendoza to Iguazú Falls is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around ARS 31,325 ($245).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Mendoza and Iguazú Falls

Transport options from Mendoza to Iguazú Falls
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 55m
ARS 31,325($245)
on demand2,104km (1,308 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
1 day 9h
ARS 15,665($125)
4 times a week2,198km (1,366 miles)
Bus to Puerto Iguazú1 day 12h
ARS 24,325($190)
once daily2,504km (1,556 miles)
Drive
24h 60m
ARS 29,035($230)
on demand2,108km (1,310 miles)

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Airports near Iguazú Falls

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

PSS
Posadas Airport (PSS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
242km (150 miles) from Iguazú Falls
FMA
Formosa International Airport (FMA)
International Airport
Distance
384km (238 miles) from Iguazú Falls
CNQ
Camba Punta Airport (CNQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
472km (293 miles) from Iguazú Falls