Flying from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport (MPN) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): what you need to know
Punta Arenas's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Stanley.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MPN to PUQ flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Punta Arenas (and then seeing more of Chile!) is a breeze with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport.
LATAM Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating MPN to PUQ flights, LATAM Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport (MPN) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight is 158 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 337 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MPN to PUQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport (MPN)
To get to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport from central Stanley, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Landing late on a Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight? Grab your luggage and go straight to a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to PUQ are Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ.
Grab a Pres Ibanez Airport rental car and explore Punta Arenas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR and Avis are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Pres Ibanez Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ) to central Punta Arenas
Pres Ibanez Airport to central Punta Arenas has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When to fly to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Punta Arenas in April.
When booking your flight from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Punta Arenas, with the temperature ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 14ºC (57ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MPN to PUQ in July. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
You've done Punta Arenas, now it's time to explore other corners of Chile. Travel about 193 kilometres north-west to Puerto Natales to tick off its top sights. From Torres del Paine National Park to Cueva del Milodon and Municipal Historical Museum (Museo Histórico Municipal), there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Chile, consider Porvenir, about 40 kilometres south-east of Punta Arenas. Costanera de Porvenir, Plaza de Porvenir, Porvenir, Chile and Nativo Expediciones are among its highlights.