Travelling from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Buenos Aires. Check out your options departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ).
Buenos Aires and Punta Arenas (where Pres Ibanez Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Buenos Aires to PUQ.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 38 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in about 2 hours and 8 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 36 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Buenos Aires to PUQ? Check in to a hotel near Ministro Pistarini Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport? Collect your bags and head directly to a hotel. Two great options near PUQ are Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ.
Getting from Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ) to central Punta Arenas
From Pres Ibanez Airport, Punta Arenas is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 23 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
R 3,303 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport. Return flights start from R 5,599. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to PUQ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Punta Arenas, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Punta Arenas. The warmest month is February. Lock in your flights from Buenos Aires to PUQ sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport in July when temperatures average between -1ºC and 6ºC.
More about Punta Arenas
Start your Punta Arenas trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Palacio Sara Braun and Museo Regional De Magallanes are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Punta Arenas travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mirador Cerro De La Cruz.
Complete your Punta Arenas trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Pres Ibanez Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Punta Arenas. Check out the deals and instantly compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.