Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ): what you need to know
Mendoza is three hours behind London and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your LHR to MDZ flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a sought-after stop between LHR and MDZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Currently, £490 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £865. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to MDZ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to MDZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Consider booking a hotel near MDZ if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with an El Plumerillo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from rentar low cost, CORDOBA RENT A CAR or Fit and see more of Mendoza and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from El Plumerillo International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza
From El Plumerillo International Airport, Mendoza is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Mendoza in April.
The warmest month in Mendoza is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to MDZ in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Argentina
Mendoza has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Argentina waiting to be discovered. About 95 miles north of Mendoza, a visit to San Juan will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Cerro Mercedario, Parque de Mayo and Casa Natal de Sarmiento.
San Luis is another well-known destination in Argentina and is around 150 miles east of Mendoza. No trip is complete without experiencing Parque Nacional Sierra de las Quijadas, PLAZA PRINGLES and Iglesia Catedral de San Luis.