How to find cheap flights to Pichoy Airport (ZAL)
£784 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Pichoy Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to ZAL, the lowest fare is £495.
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Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to secure the lowest price on tickets to Valdivia, where Pichoy Airport is located, if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to Valdivia by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' box. This allows you to compare fares for airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help keep costs down.
Search for plane tickets to Pichoy Airport that have one stop or more. Routes with stops tend to be less expensive. Once your results appear, use the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.
Best time to go to Valdivia
The cheapest month to take off on a flight to Valdivia is typically May.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to ZAL that suits your schedule and budget.
Head to Valdivia in September if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to ZAL, but also when fares are likely to cost more.
The quietest time of the year to travel is May. Lock in your plane tickets to Valdivia then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider what type of conditions you want to get away in. Valdivia is warmest in February, averaging between 8ºC and 25ºC.
Temperatures are lowest in July, when they range from 2ºC to 10ºC.
January is your safest bet for clearer skies. With three days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Valdivia.
The wettest time of year is August. Plan your trip then and you'll likely get around 14 days of rainfall.
Flying to Pichoy Airport (ZAL): What you need to know
Go straight to Valdivia with Sky Airline or LATAM Airlines. These leading airlines operate nonstop flights to Pichoy Airport.
Think about booking your ZAL plane ticket with Sky Airline. It's the leader in on-time performance, with up to 89% of flights into this airport landing on time.
ZAL is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Casa Grande, Valdivia Tralcao Lodge is a popular stay within easy reach of Pichoy Airport. Rest and recharge here after your flight to ZAL.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a car hire in ZAL. Grab your wheels from Europcar, MITTA RENT A CAR or Keddy By Europcar and experience parts of Valdivia that most visitors tend to miss.
Whether you're transferring to another flight or flying home from Pichoy Airport, you're unlikely to be delayed. ZAL is known for its punctual performance, with up to 84% of departing flights landing when they're meant to.
Pichoy Airport is located in Valdivia, Los Lagos Region, Chile.
Getting to central Valdivia from Pichoy Airport (ZAL)
Central Valdivia is about 32 kms (20 miles) from ZAL.
You'll get to the centre in around 35 minutes if you're taking a cab or a ride-share after your flight to ZAL.
The right hotel can upgrade your whole experience. Unpack your bags at one of these traveller-approved options in Valdivia:
Valdivia highlights
Hop off your flight to Valdivia and head directly for these leading attractions:
Playa Grande: Located around 13 kms (8 miles) west of the city centre, this landmark is a classic place to start your sightseeing around the city.
Turismo valdivia la perla del sur: Take on this landmark next. About 3 kms (2 miles) south of the city centre, it's well worth stopping by for the full Valdivia experience.
How to get to Osorno from Pichoy Airport (ZAL)
Starting your trip in Osorno? From ZAL, it takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to drive there. The city is about 137 kms (85 miles) from the airport.
Travelling from Pichoy Airport (ZAL) to La Unión
La Unión is around 72 kms (45 miles) from Pichoy Airport if your trip takes you in that direction.
It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to drive to La Unión.
Explore more of Chile
There's plenty more of Chile ready to be uncovered. About 113 kms (70 miles) north-east of Valdivia, head for Temuco. What not to miss? Begin with Los Volcanes Park, Villa Los Ríos Park and Plaza Del Bicentenario.
Puerto Montt is another top destination in Chile and is roughly 209 kms (130 miles) south of Valdivia. Get right to the good parts at attractions like Saltos del Petrohue, Mount Tronador and Navimag.
Say yes to more adventures in Osorno. Roughly 105 kms (65 miles) south of Valdivia, Salto de la Olla, Catedral San Mateo and Plaza De Armas are reasons to go.