How to get from Puerto Iguazú to Salta
There are 3 ways to get from Puerto Iguazú to Salta: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~2 h). By bus it's about 23 h 15 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 1.111 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 2 h | 1.111 km | Airlines: Aerolineas Argentinas |
Bus | 23 h 15 minestimated | 1.444 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 17 hestimated | 1.444 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Puerto Iguazú y Salta dura aproximadamente 2 h (1.111 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 23 h 15 min. En auto son unos 1.444 km por ruta, cerca de 17 h de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Puerto Iguazú to Salta?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~2 h, by bus ~23 h 15 min and by car ~17 h.
Are there flights from Puerto Iguazú to Salta?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Puerto Iguazú–Salta route is operated by Aerolineas Argentinas (may vary). The flight takes about 2 h and covers about 1.111 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Puerto Iguazú to Salta?
Flying is much faster (~2 h vs ~23 h 15 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Puerto Iguazú to Salta?
It's about 1.444 km by road, roughly 17 h of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Puerto Iguazú and Salta?
In a straight line it's about 1.111 km between Puerto Iguazú and Salta.
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