Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ): what you need to know
Punta Arenas is 14 hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Your MEL to PUQ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
RM4,090 is the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight. Return flights start from RM5,858. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to PUQ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just come in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport flight. Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ are great options near PUQ.
Explore without limits with a Pres Ibanez Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR or Avis and discover more of Punta Arenas and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Pres Ibanez Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ) to central Punta Arenas
Pres Ibanez Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Punta Arenas. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Punta Arenas based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Pres Ibanez Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Punta Arenas, with the temperature ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 14ºC (57ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to PUQ in July. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
Puerto Natales is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be explored after you've seen Punta Arenas. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Torres del Paine National Park, Cueva del Milodon and Municipal Historical Museum (Museo Histórico Municipal).
Porvenir is another sought-after destination in Chile and is around 40 kilometres south-east of Punta Arenas. No journey is complete without dropping by Costanera de Porvenir, Plaza de Porvenir, Porvenir, Chile and Nativo Expediciones.