How to Get Bariloche and The Ski Resort

Getting to Bariloche and the local ski resort is accessed via a domestic flight from Buenos Aires to the Bariloche airport. We cover the details here.

Getting to Bariloche

It is highly recommended that travelers fly from Buenos Aires to San Carlos de Bariloche. Fortunately for visitors to the ski resort, the town boasts its own airport(airport code BRC). The flight from Buenos Aires to Bariloche is typically 2 hours long and multiple planes make the trip daily. Bariloche’s airport is located just 7 miles (11 km) from the city center. Check flights here >

Getting to Cerro Catedral Ski Resort from Bariloche

The 13 miles (20 km) distance between Bariloche and Cerro Catedral resort is easy to cover, and typically takes no more than 30 minutes to drive. The ski resort and town are connected by a fully paved road that is decently maintained, but can however be quite icy at times, so take extreme care. The road is equipped with sufficient signs to not get lost on the way.

Ground Transportation Options

The ski resort maintains a fully paved car park for guests, so driving to Cerro Catedral from Bariloche in a private rental car really could not be much simpler. Due to the good condition of the road connecting the ski resort at Catedral Alta Patagonia, Bariloche, and Bariloche airport, it should not be necessary to rent an SUV or 4×4 vehicle unless there is a storm forecasted, but would be a good idea to carry snow chains as these roads do ice up.

Of course, taxis (locally called “remise”) are good options as they are plentiful in the area. However, many of these hired cars are not equipped with racks to carry skis and snowboards. If you speak Spanish, here is a list of local remises. No Espanol? No problemo. Your hotel should be able to assist finding you a ride to and from the resort.