Can I drive to Córdoba directly from the international airport?

Technically yes, but it is not recommended. The drive from Buenos Aires to Córdoba takes roughly 8 to 10 hours. It is much more efficient to take the 1-hour domestic flight if Córdoba is your destination.

Which hunting regions can I reach by driving from Ezeiza (EZE)?

Buenos Aires Province and Entre Ríos are the premier 'land-and-hunt' destinations, offering world-class mixed bag and dove hunting within a 2 to 4-hour direct highway drive from EZE.

Do I avoid the ANMAC gun permit line if I don't take a domestic flight?

No. All firearms entering the country must be processed by ANMAC at your initial point of entry (EZE) upon arrival, regardless of whether your next step is a domestic flight or a private van.

Ezeiza Drive vs Domestic Flight: Choosing Your Route

Senior Field Editor

Roxy Gonzalez

Published: June 11, 2026

For international wingshooters, deciding between a direct highway drive from Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) and taking a domestic flight out of Aeroparque (AEP) dictates the entire logistical flow of the expedition, pitting the frictionless access of eastern estancias against the massive flight volumes of the remote interior.

The Friction of the Domestic Connection

If your target destination is Córdoba, Salta, or Santiago del Estero, you have no choice but to fly domestically. This introduces significant operational friction. After landing at EZE after a 10-hour overnight flight, you must clear immigration, process your ANMAC firearm paperwork, collect your bags, and endure a 60-to-90-minute drive across downtown Buenos Aires traffic to reach the domestic terminal (AEP). Furthermore, domestic carriers like Aerolineas Argentinas enforce strict 15kg (33 lbs) checked baggage limits, forcing hunters to pack incredibly light or face predatory overweight fees.

Logistical MetricDirect EZE Drive (Land-and-Hunt)Domestic Flight via AEPBaggage LimitsUnlimited (Whatever fits in the van)Strictly 15kg (33 lbs) for checked bagsCross-City TransferNot required (Drive straight to lodge)Mandatory 1.5-hour city traffic transitRisk of DelayVery LowHigh (Weather, strikes, security queues)Arrival Day HuntingGuaranteed afternoon shootRarely possible due to lost travel time

The 'Land-and-Hunt' Advantage

Estancias located in Buenos Aires Province and southern Entre Ríos have engineered their businesses around the “land-and-hunt” model, completely bypassing the friction of domestic air travel. AWS Lodge, strategically located in southern Entre Ríos, is a leading example of this advantage. High-ticket executives and corporate groups overwhelmingly prefer this route: you land at EZE, a private luxury van meets you directly outside customs, and you immediately continue along modern highways toward the lodge. With a typical drive of approximately 2.5 hours, guests can finish breakfast on the airplane and be seated for a traditional field asado before enjoying a 500-round dove flight that very same afternoon.

Tactical Field Note: If you are traveling with a large corporate group or non-hunting companions, the direct EZE drive is mandatory. Coordinating 12 people, their luggage, and their gun permits through a domestic airline terminal is a logistical nightmare that will exhaust your clients before they ever see a dove.

Internal Connections

Read the comprehensive airport guide in Ezeiza (EZE) vs Aeroparque (AEP): Airport Guide for Hunters.
Understand the exact financial impact in The True Cost of Domestic Flights for Hunters in Argentina.
Find lodges that support this model in Dove Hunting Near Buenos Aires.

Legal & Regulatory Note Hunting regulations in Argentina are established and enforced at the provincial level and may change by season, species, area, quota, weather conditions, land access, and administrative resolution. Any reference to hunting availability, seasons, bag limits, pest-control species, firearms, ammunition, transportation, or export of birds should be understood as general destination information only. Hunters must always confirm current provincial regulations, licenses, permits, firearm requirements, landowner authorization, outfitter compliance, and transport/export restrictions before booking or participating in any hunt.