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Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport

Mendoza, Argentina

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Gateway to the Andes and Argentina's premier wine region.

Opened

1947

Location

Mendoza, Argentina

Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport, commonly known as Mendoza Airport, serves the city of Mendoza in western Argentina near the foot of the Andes Mountains. It is the main gateway for travelers visiting the Cuyo region, renowned globally for its Malbec wine production and proximity to Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere. The airport handles both domestic and international traffic, connecting Mendoza to Buenos Aires, Santiago de Chile, and several other South American cities. It plays a vital role in supporting the region's tourism and agricultural export industries. Named after Francisco Gabrielli, a prominent Mendoza politician and winemaker, the airport has undergone modernization efforts to expand capacity and improve passenger facilities in response to growing regional tourism.

Terminals

The airport operates a single terminal building handling both domestic and international passengers.

Getting to & from

The airport is located approximately 8 kilometers north of Mendoza city center and is accessible by taxi, remis (hired car), and bus services.

Airlines here

Major carriers serving Mendoza include Aerolíneas Argentinas, LATAM Argentina, and Flybondi, among other regional and low-cost operators.

Notable facts

›Named after Francisco Gabrielli, a Mendoza governor and influential figure in the local wine industry.
›Situated at an elevation of approximately 2,310 feet (704 meters) above sea level due to its Andean foothill location.
›Serves as a key entry point for mountaineers attempting to climb Aconcagua, the Americas' highest peak.
›The airport's ICAO code SAME reflects its location in the Mendoza province of Argentina.
›Mendoza is one of Argentina's busiest airports outside the Buenos Aires metropolitan area.

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MDZ → COR8R · SF3

MDZ → NQN8R · SF3

MDZ → AEPAR · 737

MDZ → BRCAR · 737

MDZ → CORAR · 737

MDZ → EZEAR · E90

MDZ → NQNAR · 737

MDZ → SLAAR · E90

MDZ → AEPLA · 320

MDZ → SCLLA · 320 319

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Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport, better known as El Plumerillo International Airport, is located 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) northeast of the centre of Mendoza, capital of the Mendoza Province of Argentina. It is operated by Aeropuertos Argentina 2000.

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