Travelling from Lima Airport (LIM) to Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ): what you need to know
Punta Arenas's timezone is UTC-3, making Punta Arenas two hours ahead of Lima.
To ensure you catch your LIM to PUQ flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ)
R 2,698 is the best price for a one-way Lima Airport to Punta Arenas Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 5,721. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LIM to PUQ, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Lima Airport to Punta Arenas Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LIM to PUQ.
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Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
Lima Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LIM make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
Central Lima to Lima Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LIM? If you've booked an early flight from Lima Airport to Punta Arenas Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lima Airport to Punta Arenas Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PUQ instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Punta Arenas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR or Avis and experience more of Punta Arenas and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Punta Arenas Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) to central Punta Arenas
From Punta Arenas Airport, Punta Arenas is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Lima Airport to Punta Arenas Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Punta Arenas. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Lima Airport to Punta Arenas Airport for January if you'd like to explore Punta Arenas during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIM to PUQ in July. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
You've visited Punta Arenas, now it's time to explore more of Chile. Travel about 193 kilometres north-west to Puerto Natales to check off its top attractions. From Cueva del Milodon to The Condors Nests and Puerto natales Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Chile, consider Porvenir, roughly 40 kilometres south-east of Punta Arenas. Casa Museo Alberto Baeriswyl, Museo Municipal "Fernando Cordero Rusque" and Mirador Porvenir are key highlights.