Door To Door
King George Island To King George Island
Nov 7 - Nov 13 2025
6 Nights
Price from per person
£16,010
Our carefully selected Antarctica Fly and Cruise Expeditions, chosen by our in-house Antarctica experts, allow you to experience the world’s most remote and untouched continent through unique Antarctic expeditions without crossing the Drake Passage by sea. Luxury fly-and-cruise expeditions are perfect for those who have more time or would instead not do the Drake Passage. On arrival at King George Island, you’ll board your expedition ship in Antarctica and start your expedition immediately, with no days at sea. Antarctica fly-and-cruise expeditions are shorter than regular expedition cruises, 6-8 days. Our luxury expeditions are on small, modern, purpose-built expedition ships with high comfort, fine dining, superb amenities and world-class expedition teams.
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Flying and cruise expeditions to Antarctica are quicker than a regular Antarctic cruise. Flying to Antarctica saves two days at sea from South America to Antarctica.
For those who don’t want to do the Drake Passage, the fly-and-cruise option means you can skip that part of the Antarctica experience.
Make the most of your time with no days at sea. Once you land, all your time will be spent on an expedition to cruise Antarctica by ship and on a Zodiac cruise with no extra sea time.
Antarctica fly-and-cruise expeditions have the shortest trip duration of any trip to Antarctica, 6-8 days.
Antarctica fly-cruise expeditions depart from Punta Arenas in southern Chile, accessible by air from Santiago, the capital of Chile. Antarctica Air Cruises offers various options, round-trip and one-way flights, to suit your travel style. Included in the cost of a fly-cruise expedition is a private charter flight from Punta Arenas to a remote airstrip on King George Island in the South Shetland Islands, 55 miles from the Antarctica continent. Flying to Antarctica and seeing the frozen wilderness for the first time is fantastic.
One of the places you will visit is Half Moon Island, famous for its shape and as a breeding ground for many Antarctic bird species.
The two-hour flight is on a BAE 146, a four-engine aircraft that seats 80 passengers and is designed for short runway take-offs and landings. On arrival at King George Island, you will be transferred to Zodiacs, which will take you to your ship, which will be at anchor.
All fly-and-cruise expeditions include a night in a hotel in Punta Arenas before and after the expedition. This is a charter flight, and due to the weather in Antarctica, the exact flight time will be advised upon arrival in Punta Arenas. See our guide below to get to Antarctica, including sailing from South America.
Antarctica fly and cruise expeditions operate during the Antarctic summer, December to February. This is the best time to fly to Antarctica; the weather is good, and the best time for expeditions. Temperatures are milder, and wildlife is more active.
It’s not possible to fly to Antarctica outside of this short period. To visit Antarctica before or after this period, we recommend an expedition cruise from South America.Please see our guide for what Antarctica offers on a monthly expedition cruise.
Book Early: Antarctica fly and cruise expeditions have limited dates, and capacities. These expeditions tend to sell out the fastest. We recommend booking at least 12 months in advance to ensure your preferred dates, ship, and cabin. Many itineraries visit the Antarctic Peninsula, which offers stunning landscapes and wildlife encounters.
Our team have extensive first hand experience flying to Antarctica and are here to help you prefer for your expedition and offer advice about which expedition to choose.
All reservations through North Pole Cruises come with 100% financial protection for your peace of mind.
Antarctica fly and cruise expeditions are more expensive than regular expeditions to Antarctica as they include additional logistics and services, such as a private charter flight. In 2024, an all-inclusive six-day Antarctica fly and cruise expedition on Silver Endeavour, one of the top luxury expedition ships offering fly and cruise expeditions, starts from £12,790 (€14,950, $16,289) per person for a classic Veranda Suite. For a more luxurious option, choose the Owner’s Suite, which starts from £42,724 (€49,950, $54,425) per person.
Yes, you can fly one way to Antarctica and sail back across the Drake Passage. Several fly-and-cruise options are available, including flying one way across the Drake Passage or the Falkland Islands and South Georgia itineraries.
The main difference between a fly-and-cruise expedition and a regular expedition cruise is that the former involves flying across the Drake Passage instead of sailing. The rest of the expedition is the same as other Antarctica cruises, and it will include daily shore landings and Zodiac excursions with a team of expert guides.
Our Antarctica fly, and cruise expeditions are all-inclusive and include:
Kayaking is extra and will be quoted during the booking process.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with our Travel Experience Team.
Due to the weather in Antarctica, there is a risk that flights will be delayed. The ships we work with are experienced in offering fly and cruise expeditions to Antarctica and have created itineraries that allow for weather delays. A hotel night is often included in Punta Arenas before and after the expedition to allow for any potential delays. During the booking process, our Travel Experience Team will advise you on the timescales for onward travel so you have enough time if your flight from Antarctica is delayed.
The first step to booking your Antarctica flight and cruise expedition is to contact our Travel Experience Team. They will help you with your itinerary and provide availability and pricing for your chosen voyage.
We want to give our clients financial security, so all bookings made with North Pole Cruises include 100% financial protection. For extra peace of mind, we also offer supplier failure insurance free of charge.
Payment terms will be advised when booking. 25% deposit to reserve your cabin and the balance 90 days before departure. Credit card or bank transfer.
Punta Arenas is a charming Chilean city on the southern tip of South America, the starting point of your Antarctica adventure. This city mixes Chilean and European culture, history, architecture, and natural beauty.
Punta Arenas is also a great place to prepare for your Antarctica cruise, with many outdoor gear shops, restaurants and cafes to stock up on supplies and have a meal before you depart. Whether visiting the city’s cultural attractions or relaxing before your trip, Punta Arenas is the perfect start or end to your Antarctic adventure.
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