Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
TUC
ICAO Code
SANT
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Teniente Benjamín Matienzo (Tucumán) is the main airport serving San Miguel de Tucumán and the Tucumán province in northern Argentina. It handles domestic traffic and some regional international services from a single passenger terminal with separate areas for domestic and international processing.

Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport
Elevation: 455 m
-26.8409, -65.1049

Terminal Guide for Teniente Benjamín Matienzo Airport #

The airport has one passenger terminal split into domestic and international processing zones within the same building. Airline operations are concentrated in the single terminal with check‑in halls, security, and a departures area that serves both domestic and short‑haul international flights. Basic passenger services are available landside and airside.

Getting to and From Teniente Benjamín Matienzo Airport #

The airport is a short drive from San Miguel de Tucumán; taxis, remises (prebooked cars) and private transfers are the standard options to reach the city in around 20-30 minutes.

  • Taxi / remise: Direct transfers to the city typically take 20-30 minutes depending on traffic; fares are fixed or negotiated in advance for remises.
  • Bus: Local city buses serve routes between the airport area and downtown - check schedules locally as they can change.
  • Driving: The airport is easily reached by road; short‑stay and longer‑term parking are available at the terminal.
  • Ride‑share: Availability depends on local services; taxis and remises remain the most reliable ground option.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Teniente Benjamín Matienzo Airport #

Facilities support regional traffic with standard services but not extensive premium offerings.

  • Lounges: There are no large international lounges; some airlines or private operators may offer small VIP rooms.
  • Food & drink: A café/restaurant and kiosks operate landside and airside; options are limited outside peak hours.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi may be available; charging points are present in the departure lounge.
  • Luggage & storage: No extensive left‑luggage facilities; check with the terminal information desk.
  • Accessibility: The terminal provides basic step‑free access and assistance is available on request from airlines.

Hotels and Layovers at Teniente Benjamín Matienzo Airport #

Most hotels are in San Miguel de Tucumán rather than at the airport; the city centre is around a short drive away and offers a full range of chain and independent hotels. For overnight layovers book in the city and arrange a taxi or hotel transfer.

Tips for Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport #

  • Allow extra time for road transfers in Tucumán at peak hours - traffic can lengthen the trip into the city.
  • Domestic and regional check‑in desks are in the same terminal building; double‑check whether your flight departs from the domestic or international wing.
  • Taxis and remises (prebooked cars) are common - ask your hotel for a recommended operator.

Weather & Climate near Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport #

Climate

Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (971 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 62 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAprilJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
46°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (216 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 31°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

216 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

170 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

81 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.

81 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 9 mm and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
23°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
11° 26°
41%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).

83 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 29°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

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