Flying from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): What you need to know
Seattle is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
The timezone in Punta Arenas is UTC-3, which is four hours ahead of Seattle. Pres Ibanez Airport is located in Punta Arenas.
Your flight from Seattle to PUQ won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SEA.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can arrive at LKE from the centre of Seattle in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to PUQ flight, stay in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late flight from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport. Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ are comfortable options near PUQ.
Go where the road takes you with a Pres Ibanez Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR or Avis and experience more of Punta Arenas and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Currently, $1,625 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,242. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to PUQ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
May is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Punta Arenas based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Punta Arenas is February, with temperatures ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC. Book your Seattle to PUQ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport in July when temperatures are between -1ºC and 6ºC.
More about Punta Arenas
Start your Punta Arenas trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Pres Ibanez Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Plaza de Armas and Seno Otoway Penguin Colony are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Punta Arenas to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mirador Cerro De La Cruz.
Explore more of Chile
You've seen Punta Arenas, now it's time to discover other parts of Chile. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Puerto Natales to check off its leading attractions. From Into the Wild Patagonia Expeditions to Bernardo O'Higgins National Park and Cueva del Milodon, your itinerary will be busy.
Another essential stop in Chile, Estancia Yendegaia is located around 241 kilometres south-east of Punta Arenas. Make time for highlights including Yendegaia National Park.