✈ Transportation Options from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas is the ideal spot to explore Patagonia and Chilean Antarctica and it’s convenient to get there by flying to Punta Arenas Airport. It’s 22 km north of the city centre and you can easily get from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas by taxi or bus.

Taking an airport taxi from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas is the most convenient transportation option, ensuring quick and comfortable service around the clock. You can take a taxi from the airport taxi rank or pre-book your private transfer to save time and have an even smoother experience. The ride downtown takes about 20 minutes in average traffic and costs around €45 (CLP 44,000) for up to 4 passengers.

When it comes to public transport, there are no available options at Punta Arenas Airport but you can take a bus from Punta Arenas Airport to downtown Punta Arenas operated by a private company like Bus-Sur. The shared shuttle trip takes about 25 minutes and costs around €3 (CLP 2,900) per traveller, making it a great value-for-money option.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€45	22min	24/7
Bus	€6	25min	09:30–23:20

How to get from Punta Arenas Airport to downtown by taxi

The easiest way to get from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas is by taking an airport taxi as soon as your flight lands. Taxi service is available 24/7 at the airport taxi rank, but you can also pre-book a private airport shuttle to save even more time upon arrival. The ride from Punta Arenas Airport to your hotel or apartment should take around 22 minutes in light traffic, making it the fastest transportation option.

What's the cost of a taxi from Punta Arenas Airport to downtown?

Local taxis may come with a taximeter installed but most drivers don’t use it during the ride or may claim it’s broken. To ensure a moderate fare and avoid being overcharged, it’s important to agree on the fare with the driver before getting in the taxi and negotiate if needed. The average fare for a ride from Punta Arenas Airport to downtown is approximately €45 (CLP 44,000) for up to 4 passengers.

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Official Punta Arenas taxis lined up

Cost

€45

Trip Duration

22 Min.

The total fare may vary unless the taxi is booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available at Punta Arenas Airport 24/7 for on-demand service.

Where do I take a taxi from?

The official Punta Arenas Airport taxi rank is located right in front of the Terminal. There should be relevant signs in the Arrivals Hall guiding you there and you can find taxis lined up 24/7 for on-demand service.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas will ensure a smooth arrival and stress-free transportation to your hotel or apartment. With service available around the clock you won’t need to worry about checking any timetables; you can simply hop in a taxi even if your flight lands late at night or early in the morning. You’ll also secure door-to-door service, meaning you won’t need to carry your luggage around. For an even smoother experience, you can pre-book a personalised ride from Punta Arenas Airport to town and enjoy peace of mind.

Editor’s Note

You can get a ride from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas by taxi for a moderate fare if your negotiation skills are good but it can still be a pricey option if you're a solo traveller or you're travelling on a budget. In that case, a good option is to look for other travellers heading in the same direction and use the same taxi to split the cost.

Useful Tips

Not all taxi drivers in Punta Arenas speak English so write down anything important in Spanish.

It’s best to agree on the fare with the driver before you start the ride, even if there is a taximeter installed in the taxi.

Card payment isn't possible in most cases so make sure to carry cash in the local currency, the Chilean Peso.

Tipping your Punta Arenas taxi driver isn’t required or expected but it’s well-received.

Getting from Punta Arenas Airport to the city by bus

There is no public transport connection from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas but you can use a private bus company as an alternative option to an airport taxi. Bus-Sur is a private bus company that operates routes between Puerto Natales and Punta Arenas, which stop at Punta Arenas Airport. Departures are frequent during high season and the travel time from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas is around 25 minutes.

What's the fare for the bus from Punta Arenas Airport to downtown Punta Arenas?

The average cost for the bus from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas is approximately €3 (CLP 2,900) per traveller but this may vary depending on the season and the route. You can contact the bus company for the exact fare on your desired travel date and time. Keep in mind that you may need to take additional transportation from the bus station in Punta Arenas to reach your final destination, which can increase the cost.

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Buses operated by Bus-Sur

Cost

€3

Trip Duration

25 Min.

The bus departs from Puerto Natales every 2 hours.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The first bus departure from Puerto Natales is scheduled at 07:00 and the last one at 21:00 during high season. The bus should reach Punta Arenas Airport about 2,5 hours after departure from Puerto Natales.

Where do I take the bus from?

The bus stops in front of the main Terminal on the Ground Level. You should see a relevant sign after you exit the Arrivals Hall but you can also ask at the information desk inside the Airport.

Convenience

Getting from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas by bus is a budget-friendly option that can be convenient if you’re looking to reduce transportation expenses and you’re not in a hurry. Keep in mind that since the routes don’t depart from Punta Arenas Airport but only make a stop there, arrival times are subject to change. You may also need to take additional transport or continue on foot to reach your exact destination in the city centre.

Timetables

Bus-Sur bus company

Puerto Natales - Punta Arenas route

Editor’s Note

Taking the bus from Punta Arenas Airport to downtown Punta Arenas is the best value-for-money option for solo travellers or travellers on a tight budget. If you're carrying multiple luggage or you're travelling with young children, you'll enjoy a much smoother ride with an airport taxi that will take you directly to the door of your destination.

Useful Tips

You can purchase your ticket from the Bus-Sur ticket office in the Arrivals Hall at Punta Arenas Airport or through the company website.

Luggage up to 30 kg is included in the ticket price.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to get a taxi from Punta Arenas Airport to the ‘centro’?

Most local taxis in Punta Arenas don’t use a taximeter, even if there is one installed in the vehicle. To avoid being overcharged, you need to ask the driver for a quote and agree on the total fare before getting in the taxi. The average cost for a ride from Punta Arenas Airport to town is around €45 (CLP 44,000) for up to 4 passengers.

How do I get from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas city?

You can easily get from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas by taxi or bus. Taking an airport taxi or private transfer is the most convenient option to get directly from Punta Arenas Airport to your hotel or apartment in about 20 minutes. The average fare for a standard taxi is around €45 (CLP 44,000) but make sure to confirm the price with the driver before getting in the vehicle. Taking the bus is a more budget-friendly option but you’ll need to use a private bus company as there is no public transport connection available. Bus-Sur connects Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas; a single ticket costs an average of €3 (CLP 2,900) and the travel time is 25 minutes.

How far is Punta Arenas Airport from downtown Punta Arenas?

The distance from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas is approximately 22 km. The drive with your private transfer or local taxi from Punta Arenas Airport should take about 22 minutes in average traffic.

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How to get from Punta Arenas Airport to downtown by taxi

What's the cost of a taxi from Punta Arenas Airport to downtown?

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Cost

€45

Trip Duration

22 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available at Punta Arenas Airport 24/7 for on-demand service.

Where do I take a taxi from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Getting from Punta Arenas Airport to the city by bus

What's the fare for the bus from Punta Arenas Airport to downtown Punta Arenas?

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Cost

€3

Trip Duration

25 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The first bus departure from Puerto Natales is scheduled at 07:00 and the last one at 21:00 during high season. The bus should reach Punta Arenas Airport about 2,5 hours after departure from Puerto Natales.

Where do I take the bus from?

Convenience

Timetables

Bus-Sur bus company

Puerto Natales - Punta Arenas route

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to get a taxi from Punta Arenas Airport to the ‘centro’?

How do I get from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas city?

How far is Punta Arenas Airport from downtown Punta Arenas?

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