Aeroparque Jorge Newbery sits inside Buenos Aires, roughly 2 km from Palermo and 7 km from the financial district in Microcentro. Because the distances are so short, transport costs from AEP are among the lowest of any airport in South America.
Taxi fares by neighbourhood
Buenos Aires taxis are metered. The meter starts with a flag drop (bajada de bandera) of approximately ARS 1,200 and increases per distance and waiting time. Here are realistic fare ranges:
| Destination | Distance | Taxi fare | Private transfer | Journey time | |---|---|---|---|---| | Palermo (Soho/Hollywood) | 2-4 km | ARS 5,000-8,000 (EUR 4-7) | ARS 10,000-15,000 (EUR 8-12) | 5-10 min | | Belgrano | 3-5 km | ARS 5,000-9,000 (EUR 4-7) | ARS 10,000-16,000 (EUR 8-13) | 10-15 min | | Recoleta | 4-6 km | ARS 6,000-10,000 (EUR 5-8) | ARS 12,000-18,000 (EUR 10-15) | 10-15 min | | Microcentro / Obelisco | 6-8 km | ARS 8,000-15,000 (EUR 7-12) | ARS 15,000-22,000 (EUR 12-18) | 15-25 min | | Puerto Madero | 7-9 km | ARS 8,000-14,000 (EUR 7-11) | ARS 15,000-20,000 (EUR 12-16) | 15-25 min | | San Telmo / La Boca | 8-10 km | ARS 10,000-18,000 (EUR 8-15) | ARS 18,000-25,000 (EUR 15-20) | 20-30 min | | Ezeiza Airport (EZE) | 40 km | ARS 45,000-70,000 (EUR 35-55) | ARS 55,000-80,000 (EUR 45-65) | 40-60 min |
What affects the price
Traffic is the main variable. Buenos Aires rush hours (7-10 AM and 5-8 PM) can double journey times to Microcentro or San Telmo. The meter runs on time as well as distance, so a 25-minute crawl through congestion costs more than a 12-minute clear run.
Currency fluctuation matters. Argentina's peso moves frequently against the euro and dollar. The ARS figures above are more stable as reference points; check current exchange rates before converting.
Night surcharge applies to metered taxis between 10 PM and 6 AM — roughly a 20% increase on the meter rate.
Rideshare comparison
Uber and Cabify prices from AEP are generally similar to or slightly below metered taxis. A ride to Palermo via Uber typically costs ARS 4,000-7,000. The apps show the fare upfront, which removes any meter uncertainty. Both accept credit cards through the app.
Is a private transfer worth it from AEP
For short rides to Palermo or Recoleta, a taxi is so cheap that a private transfer is mainly about comfort and convenience — a driver waiting inside with your name, no queuing, a known vehicle. The price premium is modest in absolute terms (ARS 5,000-8,000 more than a taxi).
Where private transfers make clear financial sense is the AEP-to-EZE connection. The fixed price removes the risk of a metered taxi stuck in traffic on the autopista, and the driver handles the logistics of getting you between airports on time.
Bottom line
Aeroparque is one of the cheapest airports to leave. A taxi to most central Buenos Aires neighbourhoods costs less than a coffee at many European airports. The only scenario where cost becomes a real consideration is the 40 km transfer to Ezeiza, where booking ahead can save both money and stress.