Travelling from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport (PNT): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Buenos Aires. Check out your options departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when planning your flight from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport (PNT).
Puerto Natales (where Teniente J. Gallardo Airport is located) and Buenos Aires share the UTC-3 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Buenos Aires to PNT.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Buenos Aires to PNT even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is an option when departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP).
The journey from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Jorge Newbery Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 83.76% of flights that depart AEP land on time.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport (PNT) leaving Ministro Pistarini Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Buenos Aires to PNT flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Ministro Pistarini Airport has a track record for punctuality. 83.93% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Teniente J. Gallardo Airport (PNT)
If you have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PNT:
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport (PNT)
Right now, Rs50,443 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs102,202. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Buenos Aires to PNT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport (PNT)
May is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport (PNT), while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Puerto Natales based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Puerto Natales is February, with temperatures ranging between 3ºC and 14ºC. Book your Buenos Aires to PNT flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport in July when temperatures are between -4ºC and 4ºC.
More about Puerto Natales
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Teniente J. Gallardo Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Puerto Natales:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Into the Wild Patagonia Expeditions, Bernardo O'Higgins National Park and Cueva del Milodon are essential stops on your Puerto Natales itinerary.
Explore more of Chile
You've done Puerto Natales, now it's time to explore other corners of Chile. Travel around 193 kilometres south-east to Punta Arenas to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plaza de Armas to Seno Otoway Penguin Colony and Mirador Cerro De La Cruz, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 225 kilometres south-east of Puerto Natales, Porvenir is another favourite stop in Chile. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Costanera de Porvenir, Nativo Expediciones and Plaza de Porvenir, Porvenir, Chile.