Travelling from Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) to Puerto Williams Airport (WPU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Williams Airport is 1 hour.
You can choose from six weekly Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Williams Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your PUQ to WPU flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Aerovias DAP.
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) to Puerto Williams Airport (WPU)
R 2,259 is currently the best price for a one-way Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Williams Airport flight. Return flights start from R 4,499. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PUQ to WPU.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Williams Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Finding cheap flights from PUQ to WPU is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Williams Airport.
Handy information about Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ)
Of all flights departing from Punta Arenas Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near PUQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Williams Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Puerto Williams Airport (WPU)
If you're arriving on a late Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Williams Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near WPU:
When to fly to Puerto Williams Airport (WPU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Williams Airport. October is the most popular month to visit Puerto Williams. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Punta Arenas Airport to Puerto Williams Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Puerto Williams, with the temperature ranging from 3ºC (37ºF) to 14ºC (57ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PUQ to WPU in July. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
Punta Arenas is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be explored once you've seen Puerto Williams. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Plaza de Armas, Seno Otoway Penguin Colony and Mirador Cerro De La Cruz.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Puerto Williams, Puerto Natales is another favourite stop in Chile. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cueva del Milodon, The Condors Nests and Puerto natales Museum.
