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Ministro Pistarini Airport
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Ministro Pistarini Airport

IATA · EZEICAO · SAEZServing Buenos Aires

About Ministro Pistarini Airport

Overview

Ministro Pistarini Airport sits roughly 35 kilometres southwest of central Buenos Aires, in the city of Ezeiza, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. It serves as the country's primary international gateway and one of the busiest airports in South America. Opened in 1949, it replaced the older Aeroparque Jorge Newbery for long-haul international traffic, which continues to operate domestically closer to the city.

Terminals & Runways

The airport operates two main passenger terminals: Terminal A handles the majority of international flights, while Terminal B serves additional international and some regional operations. Two parallel runways oriented roughly east–west allow simultaneous operations under most conditions. The airport operates around the clock without a curfew, and periodic infrastructure upgrades have modernised its facilities over the decades.

Airlines

Aerolíneas Argentinas is the primary hub carrier, operating both international long-haul and connecting domestic services through Ezeiza. LATAM Airlines maintains a focus-city presence. Major international carriers from Europe, North America, and the wider Americas serve the airport regularly, reflecting its role as Argentina's foremost intercontinental hub.

Airlines flying from EZE

6 carriers

Top routes from EZE

1 route

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FAQ

Ministro Pistarini Airport — frequently asked questions

Where is Ministro Pistarini Airport?
Ministro Pistarini Airport is located in Buenos Aires, Argentina (South America), at coordinates -34.810°, -58.540°.
What is the airport code for Ministro Pistarini Airport?
Its IATA code is EZE and its ICAO code is SAEZ.
What time zone is EZE in?
Ministro Pistarini Airport operates on America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires local time.
Which airlines fly from EZE?
Carriers tracked on routes from EZE include Aerolineas Argentinas, Gol Transportes Aéreos, LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines Paraguay, Qatar Airways and TAP Air Portugal.
Where can you fly from EZE?
Tracked destinations from EZE include Sao Paulo.