Flight Time from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata
The flight from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata covers about 238 mi and takes roughly 56 min nonstop. Flight duration estimate and fare guide.
Buenos Aires and Mar del Plata are about 238 mi (384 km) apart in a straight line. By road that works out to roughly 291 mi (468 km), a drive of about 5 hr 12 min. A nonstop flight covers the great-circle distance in approximately 56 min.
| Straight-line distance | 238 mi / 384 km |
| Road distance (est.) | 291 mi / 468 km |
| Driving time (est.) | 5 hr 12 min |
| Nonstop flight (est.) | 56 min |
| Driving fuel (est., 1-way) | $36 |
| Typical flight fare | $80–$250 |
| Geographic midpoint | -36.307, -57.976 |
How these estimates work
Straight-line distance uses the haversine formula on each city's coordinates. Road distance applies a circuity factor (~1.2–1.4×) and driving time a blended average speed. Flight time uses typical jet cruise speed plus ~30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent. Treat all figures as planning estimates.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Buenos Aires from Mar del Plata?
Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata is about 238 mi (384 km) in a straight line, and roughly 291 mi (468 km) by road.
How long does it take to drive from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata?
Driving takes approximately 5 hr 12 min, depending on traffic, route and stops.
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata?
A nonstop flight is roughly 56 min, based on typical jet cruise speed plus take-off and landing overhead. Actual times vary with routing and winds.
How much does it cost to travel from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata?
As a rough guide, driving fuel is around $36 one-way, while flights typically run about $80–$250. Prices vary widely by season and how far ahead you book.