Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Mendoza is UTC-3, which is 14 hours behind Sydney.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to MDZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd love to tour another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a popular stop between SYD and MDZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Right now, ₹ 80,107 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 149,848. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SYD to MDZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to MDZ.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
If you're coming in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MDZ:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an El Plumerillo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from rentar low cost, CORDOBA RENT A CAR or Fit and explore beyond Mendoza's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from El Plumerillo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza
From El Plumerillo International Airport, Mendoza is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Mendoza. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Mendoza is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SYD to MDZ sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Argentina
You've seen Mendoza, now it's time to explore other corners of Argentina. Travel around 153 kilometres north to San Juan to tick off its top sights. From Cerro Mercedario to Parque de Mayo and Casa Natal de Sarmiento, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another corner of Argentina, head for San Luis, about 241 kilometres east of Mendoza. Parque Nacional Sierra de las Quijadas, PLAZA PRINGLES and Iglesia Catedral de San Luis are highlights.
