President Carlos Ibáñez International Airport

One terminal with consolidated check-in, immigration/customs for international arrivals and a combined gate area for domestic services. Operators include Chilean carriers serving national and regional routes; the terminal supports passenger transfers to ground transport providers and tour operators.

Punta Arenas city centre is approximately a 20-30 minute drive from the airport; taxis and private transfers are the usual options.

• Taxis / private transfer: Readily available at arrivals; many hotels provide transfers.
• Shuttles / buses: Scheduled airport shuttles and tourism buses operate to central Punta Arenas; check timetables.
• Car hire: Rental cars available from operators at the airport or in town.
• Long-distance buses: For onward travel into Patagonia, pre-book coach services from central Punta Arenas.

Terminal offers standard services for domestic and international travellers to southern Chile.

• Lounges: Limited lounge availability; VIP services may be offered.
• Food & drink: Cafés and small restaurants landside and airside; selection helpful for short waits.
• Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging outlets usually available.
• Immigration & customs: International arrivals are processed in-terminal; have travel documents ready.
• Other services: Car rental desks, tourist information and ATMs.

Punta Arenas city has a range of hotels 20-30 minutes from the airport, many offering paid transfers.

• For convenience, stay in central Punta Arenas where hotels often organize airport pickups and onward tours.

Tip: for long layovers consider a city hotel to rest before continuing south; transfers are commonly arranged by the property.