Argentina is one of the most developed countries in South America. And a clear sign of economic growth is the availability of regular flights within and outside the state. There are many airports in Argentina , only six in the capital and its suburbs.
More about Jorge Newbery Airport
Aeroparque Metropolitano Jorge Newbery is the second most important civilian international airport in Buenos Aires . All types of aircraft are accepted here: both civilian and military. This air harbor has one terminal and two runways.
The airport is located on the coast of the Bay of La Plata in the Palermo area, 7 km from the city center. Geographically, this is between Leopoldo Avenue Lugones and the Rafael Obligado embankment. The height above sea level is only 5 m, and earlier in this place there were swamps. The airport proudly bears the name of a respected engineer-inventor and pioneer of aviation.
Jorge Newbery is loaded enough: it completely serves about 14 different airlines that make both international flights, mainly to Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay, and domestic flights throughout the country. Jorge Newbery Airport has been operating since 1947, but was originally named "Airport October 17". And only after 7 years he was given a new name, which he still wears today. The original runway was about 1 km long. Subsequently, the airport was constantly being completed and reconstructed, and the length of the bands was constantly growing.
What is important to know about the airport?
The Argentine Air Force controls a special zone in the eastern wing of the airport. Here, under the protection of the military, there are planes of the presidential air squad, on which the president, representatives of the political and military power of the country are making their business flights.
At registration, passengers are required to present a passport and a ticket (if the latter is in electronic form, then only a passport). The Jorge Newbery Airport is open 24 hours a day, as are most of the accompanying establishments. Inside the airport in addition to the terminal there are several cafes, restaurants and souvenir shops, there is a paid wi-fi. There are no rest rooms and sleeping rooms at the airport, there are very few seats. But there is a room for mother and child, a games room and several rooms with entertainment.
How to get to the airport?
The easiest way to get to Jorge Newbery Airport is by taxi or an ordered transfer. If you are more comfortable moving around the city on your own, then focus on the coordinates: 34 ° 33'32 "S and 58 ° 24'59 "W.
To the airport there are also regular buses: you will need routes Nos. 8, 33, 37 and 45. All of them are round-the-clock, with an interval of 20-30 minutes. Tickets can be booked in advance, but note that night travel to the airport is more expensive.