How to Get to Torres del Paine, Chile
Patagonia’s scale can make it feel unreachable on a map. In practice, the journey is far more straightforward. A direct domestic flight from Santiago brings guests to the edge of Torres del Paine in just over three hours, and from the moment of landing, Awasi takes care of everything else.
Flying to Patagonia
Most journeys to Awasi Patagonia begin at Santiago’s Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL), Chile’s main international gateway. From Santiago, direct domestic flights operate to Puerto Natales Airport (PNT), the closest airport to Torres del Paine National Park, with a flight time of approximately three hours and fifteen minutes. Airlines including LATAM, Sky Airline, and JetSMART serve this route with regular departures throughout the season.
Awasi Patagonia operates from October through April, covering Patagonian spring, summer, and early autumn, the region’s most spectacular seasons, each with its own character and light.
For guests whose broader itinerary requires it, Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) is an alternative arrival point, approximately five hours from the lodge by private transfer. Awasi can coordinate arrivals from either airport.
From the Airport to Awasi Patagonia
From Puerto Natales Airport, Awasi’s private transfer covers the journey to the lodge in approximately one hour and forty-five minutes, crossing open steppe and the first vast views of Patagonia’s interior. The transfer itself is an introduction, the landscape beginning its work before guests arrive.
All transfers are included as part of the fully hosted experience, coordinated in advance around arrival and departure times. There is nothing to arrange independently.
Arriving from Argentina
Guests combining Torres del Paine with Argentine Patagonia have a well-established overland option. From El Calafate, home to the Perito Moreno glacier and a natural companion destination, private transfers cross the Chilean border and reach Awasi Patagonia in approximately four to five hours, including border processing. This route is one of the classic ways to move between the two sides of Patagonia, and Awasi can coordinate the full crossing, including timing and logistics.
- El Calafate Airport (FTE) in Argentina also serves as an alternative international arrival point for guests approaching from Buenos Aires or beyond, particularly for those combining Chilean and Argentine Patagonia in a single itinerary.
Where Is Awasi Patagonia Located?
At the Heart of Torres del Paine
Awasi Patagonia sits within Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most celebrated wilderness areas in the world. The lodge is positioned away from the main tourist routes, private, immersed in the landscape, and surrounded by the park’s open plains and granite towers. A map reference is available below.
Getting to Awasi Patagonia FAQs
What is the best time of year to visit Torres del Paine?
Awasi Patagonia operates October through April. October and November bring wildflowers and fewer crowds. December through February is peak summer, with long daylight hours and the most stable weather. March and April offer golden autumn light, cooler temperatures, and a quieter rhythm. Each season has its own character — the team can help match your travel dates to your preferences.
Can Awasi assist with arrivals from Argentina?
Yes. Guests arriving from El Calafate can be met and transferred overland to the lodge, with the border crossing and full logistics coordinated by the Awasi team. Contact the lodge directly to plan your cross-border itinerary.
How long is the transfer from the airport to Awasi Patagonia?
From Puerto Natales (PNT), the transfer takes approximately one hour and forty-five minutes. From Punta Arenas (PUQ), approximately five hours. From El Calafate (FTE) in Argentina, approximately four to five hours including border crossing.
Are transfers to Awasi Patagonia included?
Yes, private airport transfers are included as part of the fully hosted experience, coordinated with check-in and check-out times.
Which airport should I fly into for Awasi Patagonia?
Puerto Natales Airport (PNT) is the closest and most convenient airport, with a transfer of approximately one hour and forty-five minutes to the lodge. Punta Arenas (PUQ) is an alternative, around five hours away. Guests arriving from Argentina may fly into El Calafate (FTE) and travel overland — Awasi can coordinate this route as well.
Is Patagonia difficult to reach?
Not at all. Direct flights connect Santiago to Puerto Natales (PNT) in just over three hours, and Awasi coordinates all transfers from the airport. The arrival is designed to feel effortless.
