Mendoza to Maipú flights
Maipú lies 192 km (119 mi) west of Mendoza, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Mendoza | Maipú | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Argentina | Chile |
| Population | 114,893 | 503,635 |
| Elevation | 853 m (2,799 ft) | 478 m (1,568 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Mendoza) | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) |
| Nearest large airport | MDZ, 8 km out | SCL, 14 km out |
| Postal codes | 4237–5500 | 9250000 |
What changes when you arrive in Maipú
Crossing from Argentina into Chile: money changes from the Peso to the Peso (CLP); sockets are Euro, Type L; the dialling code becomes +56; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648813 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648847.
Airports at each end
Leaving Mendoza
Mendoza is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,301 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Maipú
Maipú is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 12,303-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport | SCL | 14 km (9 mi) | 12,303 ft | 1,555 ft |
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Staying in Maipú
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Common questions
How far is Maipú from Mendoza?
192 km (119 mi) in a straight line, west of Mendoza.
How long does it take to get from Mendoza to Maipú by air?
About 1 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mendoza and Maipú?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mendoza to Maipú flights?
Typically Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL).
What currency do I need in Maipú?
The Peso (CLP).
Where can I stay in Maipú?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Maipú, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.