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Lakes district gateway and smoked salmon capital
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About Puerto Montt
A remarkable destination worth exploring.
Best months to visit
Year-round
Things to do in Puerto Montt
Explore
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Culture
Nature
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Weather by month
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January
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
February
18C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
March
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
14C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
May
13C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
June
10C
Cool, with frequent heavy rain.
July
10C
Cool, with frequent heavy rain.
August
10C
Cool, with frequent heavy rain.
September
12C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
October
13C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
November
15C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
December
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
Puerto Montt is the gateway city to Chile's Lake District and northern Patagonia, a busy port on the Reloncaví Sound where ferries depart for Chiloé, the Carretera Austral, and multi-day cruises through the southern fjords. The city itself is workmanlike rather than pretty, but its surroundings more than compensate — volcanoes, lakes, and temperate rainforest are all within easy reach, and the seafood market at Angelmó is reason enough for a visit.
Best areas to stay in Puerto Montt
City centre
The main commercial area along the waterfront, with hotels, restaurants, and transport terminals.
Angelmó
The famous fish and craft market on the western edge of the city, with stalls selling seafood, woollens, and smoked fish.
Puerto Montt port
Where ferries depart for Chiloé Island and longer Navimag cruises into Patagonia's fjords.
Surrounding Lake District
Volcanoes, lakes, and national parks like Vicente Pérez Rosales within a short drive, including the gateway to Puerto Varas.
Getting to Puerto Montt
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Flights
Fly to El Tepual Airport (PMC) via Santiago (around 2 hours).
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From London
~18–22 hours total from London including connections
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Getting around
The city centre is walkable; buses and taxis connect to Angelmó, the ferry terminals, and onward Lake District destinations.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Puerto Montt?
December to March (summer) offers the best weather for exploring the Lake District and taking ferries south, though the region is notably rainy year-round.
How do I get to Puerto Montt?
Puerto Montt has its own airport (PMC) with regular flights from Santiago (around 2 hours), as well as long-distance bus connections from across Chile.
What's the food scene like?
The Angelmó market is the highlight — fresh seafood, curanto (a traditional seafood and meat stew cooked with hot stones), and smoked fish stalls dominate.
Is Puerto Montt worth spending time in, or just passing through?
Most visitors use it primarily as a transport hub for the Lake District, Chiloé, or Patagonia ferries, with a day or two sufficient to see the city itself.
What language is spoken in Puerto Montt?
Spanish is the primary language; English is available at hotels, the airport, and ferry terminals catering to international travellers.
Traveler reviews
★★★★☆
Used Puerto Montt as a jumping-off point for Chiloé and the Carretera Austral — the Angelmó market alone made the stopover worthwhile.
Robert C. · January 2024
★★★☆☆
City itself isn't much to look at but it's a practical base, and the curanto stew at Angelmó was one of the best meals of our trip.
Ines P. · March 2023
★★★★☆
Took the Navimag ferry south from here — the port area is functional but the views of the sound and volcanoes as you leave are spectacular.
Sam D. · December 2024
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