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Visit Antarctica in as little as 6 days with an Air Cruise. You save several days sailing time across the vast Southern Seas by taking a flight between Punta Arenas, Chile to King George Island, just off 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. 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 2021-2022

Incredible ice formations
Antarctica Express Air Cruise
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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Ice in Antarctica
Classic Antarctica Air Cruise
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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Whale watching in Antarctica
Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake
8 Days from $12,995
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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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake
Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas
9 Days from $11,495
Explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula, skipping the Drake Passage on this 9-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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Ready to take off!
Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake
8 Days from $10,995
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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Antarctic Explorer - Punta Arenas to Ushuaia - Fly/Sail Cruise
Punta Arenas - Ushuaia
12 Days from $14,995
Enjoy 12 days aboard the Sylvia Earle and explore the vast white continent of Antarctica. Get a chance to spot seals and penguins on their natural habitat. Fly across Drake Passage during this voyage as well.
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Polar Circle Air Cruise
10 Days from $18,995
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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Polar Circle Air Cruise
10 Days from $15,495
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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Across the Antarctic Circle - Punta Arenas Roundtrip
Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas
13 Days from $14,895
Fly to King George Island before embarking on your journey aboard Greg Mortimer on this 13-day tour of Antarctica. For the rest of the trip, go on adventures that you can only experience in the deep south.
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Mirrored reflection on our kayak excursion
Antarctic Explorer - Punta Arenas Roundtrip - Fly/Fly Cruise
Punta Arenas - Punta Arenas
12 Days from $17,195
Enjoy 12 days aboard the Sylvia Earle and explore the vast white continent of Antarctica. Get a chance to spot seals and penguins on their natural habitat. Fly across Drake Passage during this voyage as well.
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Antarctica Cruise Deals

Top Deals on Antarctica Flight/Cruise Tours

Trip NameSaveFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands$1125019Dec 19, 2021Board Ocean Victory for this 19-day expedition cruise to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. Set foot on the Antarctic peninsula and …
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Round-trip King George IslandSavings$179007Dec 11, 2021Fly in style to the last continent and indulge in Antarctic beauty with this incredible 7-day cruise starts in the heart of the destination. …
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Top Luxury Antarctic Cruise/Fly Trips

Air Cruise Flight
Polar Circle Air Cruise
10 Days from $18,995
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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Icebergs at sunset
Classic Antarctica Air Cruise
8 Days from $13,395
Embark on this 8-day Antarctic adventure with Magellan Explorer 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 wildlife and explore the surrounding landscape.
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Rosy midnight sun colors over icy seas
South Georgia and the Falklands
Buenos Aires to Santiago
17 Days from $22,420
This expedition maximizes your time experiences the wildlife spectacle of South Georgia’s incredible coastline. Discover penguin colonies that sprawl to the horizon. Wade through tussock grass along a hillside dotted with nesting albatross. Share a beach with 8,000-pound battling elephant seals.
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Air transportation
Antarctica Express Air Cruise
6 Days from $4,995
The shortest possible trip to Antarctica is this 6-day cruise/flight starting in Ushuaia, through the Beagle Channel, legendary Cape Horn, and mythical waters of the 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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Mirror-smooth waters in the Lemaire Channel
South Georgia and the Falklands
Buenos Aires to Santiago
18 Days from $22,420
This expedition maximizes your time experiences the wildlife spectacle of South Georgia’s incredible coastline. Discover penguin colonies that sprawl to the horizon. Wade through tussock grass along a hillside dotted with nesting albatross. Share a beach with 8,000-pound battling elephant seals.
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King penguins on South Georgia
Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands
Fly the Falklands
22 Days from $25,890
This extraordinary 22-day Antarctica expedition takes you to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. Enjoy an extra day at the Peninsula by flying from the Falkland Islands back to the mainland. Take full advantage of rare wildlife sightings, watching whales feed off the bow or perfect conditions for a late day kayaking excursion.
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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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Sitting with a penguin
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
It may be a bit overwhelming to decide where to even begin when planning an Antarctic cruise. A good place to start would be to ask yourself what sort of trip best suits you. This articles provides helpful information on what to expect from an Antarctica cruise so that you can choose the best trip for your adventure of a lifetime.
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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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