Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini (SAEZ/EZE) — Buenos Aires, Argentina
At a glance
- Operating hours
- Open 24h
- Customs
- 13:00–02:00 UTC (on request)
- Port of entry
- Yes
- Fuel
- JET A-1
- Tower
- 118.600
- Runways
- 11/29, 17/35
- Elevation
- 67 ft
Times in UTC. Reference only: verify with the AIP and NOTAMs.
Section Breakdown
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: SAEZ
- Name: Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: -34.822201
- Longitude: -58.535801
- Elevation: 67 ft
- Country: Argentina
- Municipality: Buenos Aires
- IATA Code: EZE
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: SACF
- Timezone: America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
- Distance from City: 22.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 11/29
- Designation: 11/29
- Dimensions: 10827 X 197
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: 82/R/B/W/T
- Lighting: HIRL, ALSF-2 Rwy 11, TDZL Rwy 11, CL, PAPI both ends
- NAVAIDs: ILS/DME CAT I Rwy 11 LOC 110.1 MHz, VOR-DME EZE 116.50 on field
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME
- Remarks: Rwy 29 TORA 10927 ft, LDA 10827 ft. Rwy 11 TORA 10927 ft, LDA 10827 ft. Rwy 29 TDZE 62 ft, true heading 282°. Rwy 11 TDZE 62 ft, true heading 102°. Circling CAT D not authorized north of Rwy 11/29. When ALS inoperative increase vis all CAT 400m. PCN evaluation by technical method.
Runway 17/35
- Designation: 17/35
- Dimensions: 10187 X 148
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: 70/R/B/W/T
- Lighting: HIRL, ALSF-2 Rwy 17, TDZL Rwy 17, CL, PAPI both ends
- NAVAIDs: ILS/DME CAT I Rwy 35 LOC 108.7 MHz
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME
- Remarks: Rwy 35 displaced threshold 98.4 ft; TORA 10277 ft, LDA 9203 ft. Rwy 17 TORA 10277 ft, LDA 10187 ft. Rwy 35 TDZE 67 ft, true heading 344°. Rwy 17 TDZE 62 ft, true heading 164°. Circling CAT D not authorized east of Rwy 17/35. When ALS inoperative increase vis all CAT 400m. PCN evaluation by technical method.
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.600 MHz
- Ground: 121.750 MHz
- Operations: 119.900 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: Approach 119.900 MHz; Tower 118.600 MHz (H24); Ground 121.750 MHz; ATIS 127.800 MHz MHz
- ATIS: 127.800 MHz
Operation Hours
Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport and control tower operate H24. Admin office hours Mon–Fri 11:00–20:00 UTC. General Aviation Terminal open H24.
Contacts
- AIS Tel: N/A
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +541154806111
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.aeropuertosargentina.com/
- Remarks: N/A
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: Yes
- PPR Required: Yes
- PPR Contact: [email protected] / +54 11 5480-6111
- Remarks: Slots mandatory for all IFR operations above 10,000 kg MTOW. Non-scheduled international flights and GA require PPR. Requests via A-CDM system or directly to Ezeiza Slot Coordinator (AA2000).
Customs
- Open: 13:00
- Close: 02:00
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: Yes
- Remarks: Customs available H24 on request for international GA flights. US CBP preclearance not available.
Fees
- Landing Fee: N/A
- Parking Fee: N/A
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: ARS
- Remarks: All private aviation operators must use the General Aviation Terminal (GAT). Aircraft limited to 40 min on platform at non-GAT sites. No public overnight parking; hangar space may be available.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-07
- Remarks: JET A-1 available at SAEZ. Multiple independent suppliers operating from GAT.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- APIS Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: Landing permit required for non-scheduled international flights; apply via ANAC Argentina in advance. Immigration and customs clearance mandatory for all international arrivals.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: 3
- Remarks: No curfew; airport operates H24. Maximum wingspan 80 m. Fire category 10. Magnetic variation 09°W.
Alternates
SABE
- ICAO: SABE
- Name: Jorge Newbery Aeroparque
- Distance (NM): 16.9
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: ANAC landing permit required for non-scheduled international flights; apply via eANAC 72h prior. International flight plan (DIP) mandatory. Immigration handled on arrival.
SADF
- ICAO: SADF
- Name: San Fernando Intl
- Distance (NM): 22.3
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Airport of entry. Landing permit not required for GA international flights. ANAC/DGA requirements apply. Notify customs 48h prior to arrival.
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Argentina Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: Yes
- Landing Permit: Conditional
- Overflight Lead Time: 48-72 working hours (apply Mon-Fri 0800-1600 local / 1100-1900 UTC)
- Landing Lead Time: 48-72 working hours (standard); 7 business days (charter Class C+ or Falkland Islands via Argentine airspace)
Private flights need ANAC notification. Customs clearance at designated international airports only.
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Explore History (3 milestones)Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at SAEZ?
- The tower frequency at Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini is 118.600 MHz.
- What fuel is available at SAEZ?
- Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini offers JET A-1.
- Does SAEZ require landing permits?
- It depends on the flight. Private flights need ANAC notification. Customs clearance at designated international airports only. Permit details for Argentina
- Is customs available at SAEZ?
- Yes, customs at Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini is available from 13:00 to 02:00.
- Does SAEZ require slots or PPR?
- Slots are required and PPR is required at Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini.
- Where is SAEZ located?
- Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini (SAEZ) is located in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- What is the IATA code for SAEZ?
- The IATA code for Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini is EZE.
- Does SAEZ have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 11/29, 17/35.
- Is SAEZ a port of entry?
- Yes, Ezeiza Intl Ministro Pistarini is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.