Traveling from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when organizing your flight from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ). Explore your options for jetting out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Punta Arenas is four hours ahead of Vancouver. Pres Ibanez Airport is located in Punta Arenas, which follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Your flight from Vancouver to PUQ won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometers from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to PUQ flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometers from central Vancouver. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport flight:
Flights departing from YXX make it to their destination as scheduled 67.97% of the time.
About Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport? Collect your luggage and head straight to the comfort of a hotel near PUQ. Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ will have you hitting the pillow sooner.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Pres Ibanez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR or Avis and explore beyond Punta Arenas's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport is $474. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $840. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Vancouver to PUQ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ). Visit Punta Arenas in May for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Punta Arenas is February, with temperatures ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Book your Vancouver to PUQ plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Punta Arenas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Punta Arenas right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Pres Ibanez Airport:
Your Punta Arenas visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Plaza de Armas, Seno Otoway Penguin Colony and Mirador Cerro De La Cruz.
Explore more of Chile
You've visited Punta Arenas, now it's time to explore other parts of Chile. Travel about 177 kilometers north-west to Puerto Natales to tick off its must-visit sights. From Into the Wild Patagonia Expeditions to Bernardo O'Higgins National Park and Cueva del Milodon, your itinerary will be busy.
Next stop? Head for Estancia Yendegaia. It's located about 241 kilometers south-east of Punta Arenas and is known for highlights like Yendegaia National Park.
