Travelling from Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) to Puerto Montt Airport (PMC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Montt Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Flights from PUQ to PMC start at 08:35 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:34 with Sky Airline. Overall, you can choose from 15 weekly Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Montt Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your PUQ to PMC flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flying into Puerto Montt (and then exploring more of Chile!) is a cinch with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Montt Airport.
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With an impressive 83.82% of services arriving as scheduled, Sky Airline is the most punctual carrier for PUQ to PMC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) to Puerto Montt Airport (PMC)
R 599 is the lowest price for a one-way Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Montt Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,249. These prices can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from PUQ to PMC, reserve your journey seven months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Montt Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ)
Of the flights that depart from Punta Arenas Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
Punta Arenas Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Punta Arenas. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near PUQ. Whether you have an early flight from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Montt Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Puerto Montt Airport (PMC)
If you have a late Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Montt Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PMC:
Pick up a Puerto Montt Airport rental car and explore Puerto Montt and beyond with your own wheels. United rent a car, FlexWays and Street Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Puerto Montt Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) to central Puerto Montt
From Puerto Montt Airport, Puerto Montt is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Puerto Montt Airport (PMC)
January is the most popular month for flights from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Montt Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Puerto Montt in March.
When reserving your flight from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Montt Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Puerto Montt, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PUQ to PMC in July. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
Puerto Montt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Chile you should also see. About 306 kilometres north of Puerto Montt, a trip to Temuco will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Los Volcanes Park, Iglesia San Francisco and Museo Regional de la Araucania.
Around 97 kilometres north of Puerto Montt, Osorno is another essential stop in Chile. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Salto de la Olla, Catedral San Mateo and Plaza De Armas.