Travelling from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Santiago and Punta Arenas share the same timezone, UTC-3.
There are 21 Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport flights each week to choose from.
Your SCL to PUQ flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
LATAM Airlines is your gateway to exploring Punta Arenas (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Chile!). Browse the direct flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SCL to PUQ flights, with 75.49% of its services landing on time.
If you'd love to visit a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Puerto Montt Airport is a well-known stop between SCL and PUQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ)
Currently, R 870 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,626. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SCL to PUQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SCL to PUQ.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport.
Handy information about Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SCL make it to their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SCL? If you're catching an early flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ)
Reserve a hotel near PUQ if you're taking a late Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Punta Arenas Airport rental car and discover Punta Arenas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Punta Arenas Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) to central Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas Airport to the centre of Punta Arenas has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Punta Arenas. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Arenas Airport for January if you want to explore Punta Arenas during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
July has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SCL to PUQ around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Punta Arenas has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Chile you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Punta Arenas, a trip to Puerto Natales will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Cueva del Milodon, The Condors Nests and Puerto natales Museum.
Porvenir is another must-experience destination in Chile and is around 40 kilometres south-east of Punta Arenas. No trip is complete without seeing Casa Museo Alberto Baeriswyl, Museo Municipal "Fernando Cordero Rusque" and Mirador Porvenir.




