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By taking an Antarctica Air Cruise you save several days sailing time across the vast Southern Seas by flying one way between Punta Arenas, Chile and King George Island, and sailing the other way. King George Island is part of the South Shetland Islands and adjacent to the Antarctic Peninsula. You save valuable time that can be spent exploring the impressive fjords, glaciers, and wildlife that calls the Antarctic their home as you follow in the footsteps of famed explorers like Shackleton. Most shorter itineraries of 6-15 days skip the Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island and other ports favoring spending their limited time on the Antarctic Peninsula. See all of our Antarctica Flight/Cruises here. Can't decide which Antarctica cruise or air cruise is best for you? Contact one of our Antarctica experts for free advice and a custom itinerary.

10 Best Antarctica Flight-Cruise Trips for 2024-2025

Icebergs at sunset

Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas
8 Days from $15,995
Embark on this 8-day Antarctic cruise on the Magellan Explorer. Fly over the Drake Passage round-trip from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildlife and explore stunning landscapes.
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Whale watching in Antarctica

Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas
8 Days from $16,795
Fly over the Drake Passage and experience the fastest and most direct way to Antarctica on this 8-day polar expedition. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Ice in Antarctica

Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas
8 Days from $11,495
Embark on this 8-day Antarctic adventure with Ocean Nova Air Cruises. Fly over the Drake Passage from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildilfe and explore the surrounding landscape.
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Incredible ice formations

Antarctica Express Air Cruise

Port of Ushuaia to Punta Arenas
6 Days from $4,995
The fastest possible trip to Antarctica, and one of most economical is this 6-day cruise/flight starting in Ushuaia. Sail the Beagle Channel, Cape Horn, and mythical Drake Passage to experience a day in one of the most spectacular places on earth - Antarctica! Return on a flight from King George Island to Patagonia's Punta Arenas, Chile.
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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia
13 Days from $19,895
Explore the vast white continent of Antarctica on this 13-day Antarctic Explorer Expedition Cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Sylvia Earle. Fly across the Drake Passage during this journey and get a chance to spot seals and penguins in their natural habitat.
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Penguin jump in Antarctica

Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas
8 Days from $18,295
Explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula, skipping the Drake Passage on this 8-day polar experience. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.
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Blue Eyed Shag in Neko Harbor, Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctic Explorer with Chilean Fjords

Roundtrip Punta Arenas
14 Days from $18,795
Join this 14-day cruise aboard Sylvia Earle roundtrip Punta Arenas for a wildlife adventure in the Chilean Fjords and Antarctic Explorer. Observe wildlife in their natural habitats while enjoying zodiac cruises in secluded bays and coves. Witness the beauty of blue glaciers and the marine wildlife preparing for their migration to Antarctica.
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Antarctic Explorer - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas
12 Days from $17,195
Explore Antarctica on this 12-day cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Sylvia Earle. Reduce your time at sea by flying one way over the Drake Passage & sailing the other way. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, where vast glaciers tumble into the sea, penguins are dwarfed by soaring peaks, & humpback and minke whales feast on abundant krill.
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Kayak in Antarctica

Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas
13 Days from $17,595
Embark the Polar Pioneer for a 13-day Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly Expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Greg Mortimer to the Antarctic Peninsula and the Antarctic Circle. Fly over the Drake Passage and get more time to explore the extraordinary White Continent.
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Air Cruise Flight

Polar Circle Air Cruise

Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas
10 Days from $15,995
This Antarctic experience flies from Punta Arenas, Chile to King George Island where you embark on a cruise of the Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands for a full 6 days before flying back to Chile. This tour is excellent for those who wish to maximize time in Antarctica and minimize time sailing the high seas crossing the Drake Passage.
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Top Luxury Antarctic Cruise/Fly Trips

Icebergs at sunset

Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas
8 Days from $15,995
Embark on this 8-day Antarctic cruise on the Magellan Explorer. Fly over the Drake Passage round-trip from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildlife and explore stunning landscapes.
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Whale watching in Antarctica

Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas
8 Days from $16,795
Fly over the Drake Passage and experience the fastest and most direct way to Antarctica on this 8-day polar expedition. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Penguin jump in Antarctica

Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas
8 Days from $18,295
Explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula, skipping the Drake Passage on this 8-day polar experience. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.
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Blue Eyed Shag in Neko Harbor, Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctic Explorer with Chilean Fjords

Roundtrip Punta Arenas
14 Days from $18,795
Join this 14-day cruise aboard Sylvia Earle roundtrip Punta Arenas for a wildlife adventure in the Chilean Fjords and Antarctic Explorer. Observe wildlife in their natural habitats while enjoying zodiac cruises in secluded bays and coves. Witness the beauty of blue glaciers and the marine wildlife preparing for their migration to Antarctica.
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Mirror-smooth waters in the Lemaire Channel

King George Island to King George Island

Antarctica Bridge
10 Days from $16,050
Fly in style to the last continent and indulge in Antarctic beauty on this incredible 10-day cruise. Explore stunning shorelines, marvel at vast glaciers and sculptural icebergs, and spot vibrant wildlife such as whales, seals, albatrosses, and penguins.
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Air Cruise Flight

Polar Circle Air Cruise

Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas
10 Days from $22,795
Bypass the Drake Passage by flying directly to the South Shetland Islands. Exit the airplane to a world unlike any other on earth; ice-filled fjords, penguin rookeries, and great expanses of ice await. Sail as far south as possible in an attempt to reach the Polar Circle. Flexibility is key to a successful voyage as conditions can change quickly.
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Antarctica Fly + Cruise Travel Guide

A humpback whale lifts its fluke

Antarctic Marine Ecosystems, Wildlife & Fish

The marine ecosystem is the keystone of life in the Antarctic waters. For the sturdy animals that can survive this windswept environment, the nutrient-rich waters of Antarctica provide an all-you-can-eat buffet.
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Gorgeous views of Greenwich Island and the wildlife on shore.

Best Time of Year to Travel to Antarctica

The travel season in Antarctica is during the summer which runs from November through March. January and February are considered the best months to visit due to better weather and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Entering Drygalski Fjord

Antarctica Travel: The Long and Short of It

Learn about the different types of ships and trips available to go to Antarctica and find the perfect match for your particular interests, budget, and needs.
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A mother penguin comforts her chicks

Penguins of Antarctica

One type of animal symbolizes the frozen landscape: the Spheniscidae family – aka. penguins! These flightless birds are specially adapted to survive in the bitter cold of the the Antarctic southern ocean.
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Ushuaia

Ushuaia Airport & Transportation

Getting to Ushuaia, at the "end of the world", requires a flight from Buenos Aires or an overland ride through Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego in southern Argentina.
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Heading back to Ocean Nova after our excursion

Best Antarctica Small Ships

Unlike many cruises that explore the warm tropical waters of the world, the adventurous travelers who decide to brave the frigid temperatures of the Antarctic will be rewarded with a truly unique experience aboard one of these hand-selected ships. These ice-breakers & academic vessels will get you up-close to the incredible wildlife & glaciers.
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All aboard! Antarctic cruises at a glance.

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Adventure Life has been an extraordinary travel resource for us over the years and today was no exception. Our River Cruise booking was handled by Jess (who has been our personal trip planner for several years) the same day as our inquiry. Suggestions were given for cabin choice and pre-trip options (that were not shown on the cruise line's website) like airport transfers and prepaid gratuities. Trip insurance recommendations followed and we were assigned a travel co-ordinator till the end of the tour. All we have to do is show up! Great service from friendly folks.
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