Puerto Iguazú airport (IGR)
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Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.
Passenger Guide
Cataratas del Iguazú International Airport (IGR), inaugurated on December 10, 1964, serves the city of Puerto Iguazú and the province of Misiones. Located in the Triple Frontier between Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay, it is the gateway to the Iguazú Falls. It operates domestic flights to Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Rosario, and Mendoza, as well as international routes to Brazil (São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro) and Peru (Lima).
Official Website: aeropuertosargentina.com/es/IGR
Information Phone: +54 3757 42-1996 / +54 11 3987 4150.
Terminal
The airport has a single passenger terminal of 18,000 m², with 21 check-in counters and an automated luggage management system. Open 24 hours as operational needs require.Annual Passenger Traffic (2025): 1.8 million passengers.
Information Points
The main information desk is located on the ground floor of the arrivals area. Staff with "Puedo Ayudarte" identification vests are available in the public areas of the terminal. For specific inquiries, it is recommended to use the official channels on the website.Location
The airport is located 25 km (17 miles) southeast of downtown Puerto Iguazú.
See MapParking services at Puerto Iguazú airport (IGR)
Cataratas del Iguazú International Airport (IGR) has a safe, uncovered parking area located in front of the passenger terminal, for short and long stays.
Rates and times
Grace period: The first 15 minutes are free. After this time, a full hour is charged.
Fractioning: After the first hour, charges are divided into 30-minute periods with a 5-minute tolerance.
Daily rate: From 6 hours of stay, a full daily rate applies.
Payment methods: Can be paid with debit cards, credit cards, or cash (Argentine pesos, US dollars, euros, or Brazilian reais).
Updated rates: Check official price table
Exemption for people with disabilities
People with disabilities are exempt from paying the parking fee. Requirements to obtain the benefit:
- The vehicle must have a fixed or removable International Symbol of Access (ISA).
- The person with a disability must be present in the vehicle (does not apply if the person is not there).
- ID may be requested to verify that the ISA corresponds to the person with a disability present.
- It is not necessary to present the disability certificate, only to display the ISA symbol.
It is recommended to check parking availability if you are traveling during high season. Remember to pay for your ticket before getting into your vehicle.
Facilities for passengers with special needs
Cataratas del Iguazú International Airport (IGR) has infrastructure and services for passengers with reduced mobility or special needs.
Accessible infrastructure
The airport has access ramps, adapted telephones, accessible restrooms, and reserved parking spaces.
Special assistance
Passengers requiring special assistance or wheelchairs must notify their airline of their needs before arrival. Assistance is arranged directly with the airline at the time of booking or over the phone. Airlines provide support staff for check-in, security screening, and boarding.
Autism spectrum condition (ASC)
The airport has an assistance protocol for passengers with autism spectrum condition. This service requires prior reservation 24 to 48 hours in advance.
Download protocol: Available on the official Aeropuertos Argentina website.
Assistance contact
24-hour phone: +54 11 3987 4150.
Assistance request form: https://www.aeropuertosargentina.com/es/servicios/solicitud-de-asistencia/formulario
Adapted transfers
It is recommended to hire private remise services or authorized taxis for greater comfort. Companies such as Four Tourist Travel offer shared transfer services from the airport.
Latest updates: April 30, 2026
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