PNT - Tte. Julio Gallardo Airport
Puerto Natales, Chile
IATA Code: PNT · Puerto Natales, Chile
The airport code PNT is the IATA identifier for Tte. Julio Gallardo Airport. You may also find it referred to as Puerto Natales Airport (PNT).
Tte. Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT) serves Puerto Natales, Chile, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PNT is the IATA airport code for Tte. Julio Gallardo Airport, located in Puerto Natales, Chile. The airport is situated at coordinates 51.6715°S, 72.5284°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- PNT
- City
- Puerto Natales
- Country
- Chile
- Timezone
- America/Santiago
- Latitude
- -51.6715°
- Longitude
- -72.5284°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PNT
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ING - El Calafate | 150 km | $2,230 | $4/passenger |
| FTE - El Calafate | 158 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| PUQ - Punta Arenas | 187 km | $2,780 | $6/passenger |
| RGL - Rio Gallegos | 222 km | $3,301 | $7/passenger |
| WPR - Porvenir | 231 km | $3,435 | $7/passenger |
| RZA - Santa Cruz | 333 km | $4,951 | $10/passenger |
| GGS - Gobernador Gregores | 363 km | $5,397 | $11/passenger |
| RGA - Rio Grande | 398 km | $5,917 | $12/passenger |
| ULA - San Julian | 425 km | $6,319 | $13/passenger |
| USH - Ushuaia | 451 km | $6,705 | $13/passenger |
| WPU - Puerto Williams | 487 km | $7,241 | $14/passenger |
| CCH - Chile Chico | 569 km | $8,460 | $17/passenger |
| PMQ - Perito Moreno | 582 km | $8,653 | $17/passenger |
| LHS - Las Heras | 627 km | $9,322 | $19/passenger |
| BBA - Balmaceda | 643 km | $9,560 | $19/passenger |
| PUD - Puerto Deseado | 646 km | $9,605 | $19/passenger |
| GXQ - Coyhaique | 676 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| ARR - Alto Rio Senguer | 751 km | $11,166 | $22/passenger |
| CRD - Comodoro Rivadavia | 752 km | $11,181 | $22/passenger |
| JSM - Jose de San Martin | 861 km | $12,801 | $26/passenger |
| FFU - Futaleufu | 945 km | $14,050 | $28/passenger |
| MPN - Mount Pleasant | 968 km | $14,392 | $29/passenger |
| WCH - Chaiten | 972 km | $14,452 | $29/passenger |
| EQS - Esquel | 980 km | $14,571 | $29/passenger |
| PSY - Stanley | 1,015 km | $15,091 | $30/passenger |
| MHC - Castro | 1,041 km | $15,478 | $31/passenger |
| EHL - El Bolson | 1,084 km | $16,117 | $32/passenger |
| REL - Trelew | 1,086 km | $16,147 | $32/passenger |
| PMY - Puerto Madryn | 1,137 km | $16,905 | $34/passenger |
| PMC - Puerto Montt | 1,139 km | $16,935 | $34/passenger |
| IGB - Ingeniero Jacobacci | 1,173 km | $17,440 | $35/passenger |
| BRC - San Carlos De Bariloche | 1,174 km | $17,455 | $35/passenger |
| ZOS - Osorno | 1,231 km | $18,303 | $37/passenger |
| SGV - Sierra Grande | 1,247 km | $18,540 | $37/passenger |
| CPC - San Martin Des Andes | 1,294 km | $19,239 | $38/passenger |
| ZAL - Valdivia | 1,337 km | $19,879 | $40/passenger |
| OES - San Antonio Oeste | 1,343 km | $19,968 | $40/passenger |
| ZPC - Pucon | 1,377 km | $20,473 | $41/passenger |
| VDM - Viedma | 1,404 km | $20,875 | $42/passenger |
| ZCO - Temuco | 1,417 km | $21,068 | $42/passenger |
| TNM - Isla Rey Jorge | 1,423 km | $21,157 | $42/passenger |
| APZ - ZAPALA | 1,424 km | $21,172 | $42/passenger |
| PZS - Temuco | 1,435 km | $21,336 | $43/passenger |
| CUT - Cutralco | 1,438 km | $21,380 | $43/passenger |
| NQN - Neuquen | 1,455 km | $21,633 | $43/passenger |
| GNR - Fuerte Gral Roca | 1,459 km | $21,692 | $43/passenger |
| ZIC - Victoria | 1,493 km | $22,198 | $44/passenger |
| LSQ - Los Angeles | 1,587 km | $23,596 | $47/passenger |
| HOS - Chosmadal | 1,592 km | $23,670 | $47/passenger |
| RDS - Rincon de los Sauces | 1,613 km | $23,982 | $48/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PNT Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from PNT
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Puerto Natales
Puerto Natales experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through PNT
Traveling through Puerto Natales in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via PNT
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Tte. Julio Gallardo Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PNT
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to PNT are ING, FTE, PUQ — consider these for potentially lower fares