Travelling from Temuco Airport (ZCO) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): what you need to know
Punta Arenas's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Temuco.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ZCO to PUQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Temuco Airport (ZCO) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
At the moment, $285 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Temuco Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $405. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ZCO to PUQ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Temuco Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ZCO to PUQ.
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Handy information about Temuco Airport (ZCO)
Temuco Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.09% of flights that depart ZCO reach their destination on time.
To get to Temuco Airport from central Temuco, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near ZCO? If you've booked an early flight from Temuco Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Landing late on a Temuco Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight? Grab your bags and head directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to PUQ are Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ.
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Pres Ibanez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Punta Arenas and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Pres Ibanez Airport around four weeks ahead 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 around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When to fly to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Temuco Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Punta Arenas based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Temuco Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Punta Arenas, with the temperature ranging from 5ºC to 14ºC.
July has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ZCO to PUQ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Chile
Puerto Natales is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Punta Arenas. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Torres del Paine National Park, Cueva del Milodon and Municipal Historical Museum (Museo Histórico Municipal).
Porvenir is another well-known destination in Chile and is around 40 kilometres south-east of Punta Arenas. No journey is complete without visiting Costanera de Porvenir, Plaza de Porvenir, Porvenir, Chile and Nativo Expediciones.