Flying from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main options.
Pres Ibanez Airport is located in Punta Arenas. The city operates on the UTC-3 timezone and is one hour ahead of Washington DC.
Your flight from Washington DC to PUQ won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Washington DC to PUQ flight? Unwind in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport flight:
Flights that depart from BWI touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 77.13% of the time.
About Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport or just want to wrap up your travel day ASAP? Booking a hotel close to PUQ is a smart move. Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ are two good options.
Grab a Pres Ibanez Airport rental car and discover Punta Arenas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR and Avis are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Right now, R 6,615 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,930. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to PUQ if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to visit Punta Arenas. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Punta Arenas is February, with temperatures ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Book your Washington DC to PUQ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Punta Arenas
Start your Punta Arenas trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Pres Ibanez Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Plaza de Armas, Seno Otoway Penguin Colony and Mirador Cerro De La Cruz are popular attractions which should feature on any good Punta Arenas itinerary.
Explore more of Chile
Puerto Natales is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Punta Arenas. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Into the Wild Patagonia Expeditions, Bernardo O'Higgins National Park and Cueva del Milodon.
Next stop? Head off for Estancia Yendegaia. It's roughly 241 kilometres south-east of Punta Arenas and features highlights like Yendegaia National Park.
