Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Punta Arenas is UTC-3, which is four hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SFO to PUQ flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Right now, R 9,545 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 20,058. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to PUQ, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights taking off from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've landed on a late San Francisco International Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight. Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ are comfortable options near PUQ.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Pres Ibanez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR or Avis and explore beyond Punta Arenas's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Pres Ibanez Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ) to central Punta Arenas
From Pres Ibanez Airport, Punta Arenas is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Punta Arenas. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport for February if you'd like to explore Punta Arenas during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to PUQ in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Chile
Puerto Natales is just one of the many cities 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).
Porvenir is another essential stop in Chile and is around 40 kilometres south-east of Punta Arenas. No journey is complete without dropping by Costanera de Porvenir, Plaza de Porvenir, Porvenir, Chile and Nativo Expediciones.
