Traveling from Teniente Vidal Airport (BBA) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport. Punta Arenas and Balmaceda share the same timezone (UTC-3).
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Finding a convenient stopover on flights from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your available options. El Tepual Airport is a sought-after stopover when flying from BBA to PUQ.
You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within Chile. You will need a valid form of identification though, like a driver's license or ID card. Put them on your packing list after booking your cheap ticket from BBA to PUQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Teniente Vidal Airport (BBA) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
$75 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport. A return flight starts from $152. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from BBA to PUQ by booking at least 4 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez 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 Teniente Vidal Airport (BBA)
Teniente Vidal Airport is approximately 0.4 miles from central Balmaceda. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 2 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Stay minutes from the runway if you're arriving on a late flight from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport. Hospedaje Isla Magdalena is one option near PUQ. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ before continuing to your final destination.
Getting from Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ) to central Punta Arenas
Pres Ibanez Airport is approximately 14 miles from the center of Punta Arenas. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 23 minutes.
When to fly to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Punta Arenas in May.
Before locking in your flight from Teniente Vidal Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Punta Arenas, with temperatures ranging from 41ºF to 57ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from BBA to PUQ in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 30ºF and 43ºF on average.
More about Punta Arenas
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There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Palacio Sara Braun, Museo Regional De Magallanes and Mirador Cerro De La Cruz are major attractions which should be on every Punta Arenas itinerary.
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