Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE), commonly known as Ezeiza, is the main gate for travelers entering Argentina. After landing at EZE dozens of times—most recently in April 2026—I have personally tested every transport method to the city center. Whether you are looking for a safe private transfer or the budget “Colectivo,” here is the current, first-hand data on the best ways to reach Buenos Aires.
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Transport Comparison: EZE to City Center (2026)
| Method | Cost (USD Approx) | Travel Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Transfer | $40 – $60 | 45-60 min | Families & Comfort |
| Official Taxi | $40 – $45 | 45-60 min | Last-minute arrival |
| Uber / Cabify | $25 – $30 | 50-70 min | Tech-savvy solo |
| NEO Bus (Shuttle) | $9 | 50 min | Efficient budget |
| Public Bus (Line 8) | < $1.50 | 2+ hours | Extreme budget |
1. Private Airport Transfer: The Safest Way
After landing in Buenos Aires more times than I can count, I still choose a private transfer. A driver meets you at Terminal A with a sign, tracks your flight for delays, and takes you directly to your hotel. In 2026, the price difference between a private car and a taxi is small ($5-$10), making the extra comfort and safety 100% worth it.
Click here to discover my recommended private transfer options.
2. Official Taxis from Ezeiza
You will find official taxi booths (Taxi Ezeiza and Taxi CABA) inside the arrivals hall. Never accept a ride from someone standing in the hall; always pay or book at the official stand. Prices in 2026 are approximately $45 USD. Note that while some kiosks offer a “fixed price,” others use the meter, so ask for an estimate before you leave the counter.
3. Uber or Cabify
Uber and Cabify are popular and legal at Ezeiza. You will need the airport Wi-Fi to order your ride. The Challenge: There is no dedicated lane for ride-sharing apps, so you often have to meet your driver in the outer parking lots. Be ready to walk 5-8 minutes with your luggage to find your car. Take a “comfort” level car. Avoid using priority cars, as I find that there is often something wrong with the cars (seatsbelts not working, etc).
Or get an eSIM before landing in Argentina, to get connected directly with your Uber of Cabify driver. I wrote an article here with my recommendations.
4. The Shuttle Bus: NEO Bus & Tienda León
If you are traveling solo, the NEO Bus is the newest and most efficient shuttle service ($9 USD). It runs frequently and is much faster than the public bus. Alternatively, Tienda León remains the classic shuttle option with a terminal in Puerto Madero.
Neo Bus at Ezeiza airport
5. Public Transport (Bus Line 8)
Line 8 (Semi-Rapido) is the cheapest way to reach Plaza de Mayo. You need a SUBE card to ride. While there is a kiosk in Terminal A to buy one, they are often out of stock. I only recommend this if you have very little luggage and are not in a hurry, as the trip can take over 2 hours in traffic.
💰 Local Tip: Currency Exchange at EZE
Do not exchange all your money at the airport! The rates at Ezeiza are significantly worse than in the city. If you must, change only enough for your transport at the Banco Nación in the arrivals hall. For everything else, wait until you are in the city to use the “blue rate” rate or visit a casa de cambio to get the best value for your USD or Euro.
FAQ: Getting to Buenos Aires
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What is the fastest way to get from Ezeiza airport to Buenos Aires city? We are arriving late in the evening and want to get quickly to our hotel.
The easiest and quickest way for getting from Ezeiza to Buenos Aires city is by private transfer or taxi. With a private transfer the driver is waiting for you and you are on the road in a couple of minutes. Taking a taxi is also easy but takes some time to scan de QR and maybe wait in line at the taxi stand. You can check out the private airport transfers from Buenos Aires Ezeiza here. Have a safe trip!
Greetings Glenn, My wife and I want to enjoy the beautiful country of Argentina. I will book a ticket as soon as possible, but I was wondering which airport is better and more convenient for traveling to Recoleta: AEP or EZE?
Hi Melvyn, I suggest AEP airport. It is much closer to Recoleta with a travel time of around 20 minutes.
Glenn, it would be helpful if you include on this page that you need a sube card for the public buses. I did not initially know that amd was told on the bus! I have just seen it is in the linked article, but I have only just read that! Keep up the good work Mark
Hi, I need to know, does the bus line 8 run on Sundays? Thank you for your help.
Hi, bus 8 operates 24 hours/7 days per week from Ezeiza international airport to Buenos Aires city. The frequency during night and weekends is lower. The airport transfer to Buenos Aires by bus takes around 1h45.
Hello please could you tell me if the no 8 and the connecting subway into the city are 24hrs of operation
Thank you
Stuart
Hi Stuart, the bus has a 24h service and takes around 1:40 – 2:00 to get into the city center. The subway is open from 06:00 (08:00 on Sundays) till approx 22:00.
Getting from Ezeiza Airport to Buenos Aires City sounds like a smooth and convenient journey. Thanks for sharing these helpful tips and travel options. It’s great to know the best way to make the trip comfortably, especially when arriving with luggage. Safe travels to all those heading to Buenos Aires!
Hello could you please guide us the best way to get to EZE from AEP as we will be landing at AEP AT 1 am in the morning and have a connection from EZE at 6:30 am….Also a safe place to get US$ exchanged to pesos without having to identify fake notes
Hi Vardhan, you can take a taxi or private transfer directly from AEP to EZE. Exchanging money at that time in the night will be almost impossible. They start to work at 10 in the morning.
Have heard that ATM’s charge ridiculous fees to withdraw money. Will be in Argentina for 3 weeks, travelling by rental mini camper. Hope to pay for diesel and groceries and an occasional hostel/hotel by credit card. If not, will have to use cash.
Where is the best/safest place to change U.S. dollars into Argentine pesos and get the best exchange rate. Will probably need to change between $500/750 U.S.
Also, the price for taxis and Uber that you show from the airport to downtown …. are they per person or per taxi ? We will have two small suitcases. Do they charge extra for that ?
Hi David, using an ATM is the last I recommend to do. You can exchange money in Buenos Aires at different places and rates. I link you to the page with all the info about exchanging money in Buenos Aires: https://dev.secretsofbuenosaires.com/change-money-euro-dollar-buenos-aires/.
About the airport transfer. Uber prices can vary based on demand. The type of car is unknown. With my airport transfer service it is a one-way fixed price which will suit for 2 suitcases.
Very interesting site!
Approximately how much does a private transfer cost to get from EZE into the city
We had luck and got past the taxi bulk in front of EZE to an honest official taxi driver. 16€/USD from EZE to Palermo. Super nice guy, also did the return trip with him.
Shared the contact with our travel friends as well.
Hi Glenn,
Thanks for all this helpful info! Question, if we land in Terminal A from the United States, would we be able to go to Terminal B before we go through security? There is an airport lounge in Terminal B and we would like to get breakfast, coffee, and take showers after our long flight. Thank you!
Hello, I am a wheelchair user and will be visiting BA soon from The US. Do you know of companies that can transport me from the airport? My accommodation is in Martinez. Thanks kindly, Eamon.
Hi Eamon, I will bring you in contact with a travel agency that has many contacts in Buenos Aires. I will ask them to mail you.
Hola! Enjoy reading your site. What’s the taxi situation now since EZE renovation? We’re headed to Pilar and are debating taking a taxi or hiring private transport. Not excited about paying $250 for a private service tho.
Hi Julie, Indeed you can take a taxi to Pilar. Normally, the taxi drivers will not make any problem of it.
I’ll be arriving from probably a very uncomfortable night at Santiago airport, to EZE at 9am or so. Thanks SO much for the Line 8 bus photo. It’s been mentioned on some sites but there were no info. as to how convenient it was to get to the bus station. One site even mentioned a ‘corporate building’ address?! Crazy unhelpful bloggers. Are there signs in the airport to get to the Bus Stop? I’ll be going to Cabello 3999 to my AirBnB in Palermo, so read that I could take this line, then switch to Metro D line. Am I able to buy a SUBE bus/metro card at the airport? At this point, I might be pretty tired and don’t want to be a victim of crime (not being as aware), so wondering if you might suggest a shuttle. I looked into Tienda Leon and their drop-offs at Terminal Madera or Aeroparque require another connection of another hour or so. Mini Bus Ezeira site says shuttle ends in San Telmo, again, I’ll have to find my way to Palermo and I think it’s another 40-50 min too. Cabify is showing 731.60 (USD12?)… would you say that might be my best option then? THANK YOU, THANK YOU for your great website! I don’t mind taking the bus/metro combo is the transfers are relatively easy. I’m quite a seasoned traveler and do public transportation all over Europe, but I want to acknowledge my possible fatigue level, being a solo female traveler, etc…
Are the taxi kiosks up in the airport?
Hi, the taxi touchscreens are replaced due to renovations. In the arrival hall, you will find company taxi stands such as TaxiEzeiza. Also, using Cabify is legal to use in Argentina. Have a nice stay!
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