The main airport for Mar del Plata, serving as a key gateway to Argentina’s Atlantic coast.


Ástor Piazzolla International Airport (MDQ) is located 4.3 miles (6.9 km) northwest of downtown Mar del Plata. It serves as the primary airport for the city and the surrounding Buenos Aires Province, offering domestic connections and supporting tourism and commerce. The airport is operated by Aeropuertos Argentina 2000 and features a modern terminal expanded for major sporting events.
-37.93417, -57.57333
Passenger traffic increased by 4.1% year-over-year in 2023.
1,200
Staff includes airline personnel, ground handling, security, retail, and airport operations.

Recent terminal upgrades and improved accessibility have increased the airport’s capacity for passengers and flights.
Deployment of digital check-in kiosks and enhanced accessibility features streamline passenger processing.
Implementation of energy-efficient lighting and waste management programs supports environmental goals.
Collaborate with provincial authorities to secure infrastructure funding and enhance regulatory compliance.
Focus on further terminal modernization and apron expansion to support future growth.
Expand green initiatives to meet national and international sustainability standards.