Flying from Teniente Vidal Airport (BBA) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 30 minutes.
Balmaceda and Punta Arenas are both in the UTC-3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BBA to PUQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Aerovias DAP is your gateway to discovering Punta Arenas (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Chile!). Browse the direct flights from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with Aerovias DAP on this route.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport. El Tepual Airport is a top stopover on the BBA to PUQ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Teniente Vidal Airport (BBA) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
R 1,203 is the best price for a one-way Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,866. These prices can change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from BBA to PUQ by booking at least one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BBA to PUQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Teniente Vidal Airport (BBA)
89.31% of flights departing from Teniente Vidal Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of BBA.
Teniente Vidal Airport is about 0.64 kilometres from central Balmaceda. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 0 hours or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Touching down on a late Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight? Grab your luggage and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to PUQ are Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ.
Grab a Pres Ibanez Airport rental car and discover Punta Arenas and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Pres Ibanez Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ) to central Punta Arenas
Pres Ibanez Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Punta Arenas. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Punta Arenas based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Punta Arenas, with the temperature ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 14ºC (57ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BBA to PUQ in July. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
Puerto Natales is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be explored after you've experienced Punta Arenas. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Torres del Paine National Park, Cueva del Milodon and Municipal Historical Museum (Museo Histórico Municipal).
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Chile, head for Porvenir, roughly 40 kilometres south-east of Punta Arenas. Costanera de Porvenir, Plaza de Porvenir, Porvenir, Chile and Nativo Expediciones are key highlights.