Flights to Stanley Airport (MPN)

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Cheap Flights to Stanley Airport

The Falkland Islands offer a unique combination of military history, fishing lore and rugged scenery. Most travelers to this remote archipelago in South America stay in the capital city of Stanley on East Falkland Island. The city is centrally located and offers first-class hotels and restaurants. Visitors to Stanley usually book flights to Stanley Airport (MPN).

Facilities at Stanley Airport

Stanley Airport is the only international airport serving the Falkland Islands. LATAM Airlines offers cheap flights to Stanley Airport (MPN) every Saturday. The flights embark from Santiago, Chile, and include a stop at the port city of Punta Arenas. LATAM also offers monthly flights to Stanley Airport (MPN) from Rio Gallegos, Argentina.

Stanley Airport is part of the British military base RAF Mount Pleasant and features a large complex for military personnel. Civilian visitors can buy a coffee and newspaper at a cafe and small shop. The airport is around 37 miles from Stanley, so you will need to call ahead for a taxi or car rental. Travelers can also use the more affordable airport shuttle. If you choose the shuttle, you can expect to be dropped off at a central location.

Things to Do Near Stanley Airport

A must-see for all Stanley travelers is Gypsy Cove. This stretch of rugged coastline along the Atlantic Ocean offers expansive ocean views. It also gives travelers the opportunity to observe wildlife like the native Magellanic penguins. Many visitors are also lucky enough to catch a glimpse of schools of dolphins.

A must-stop for history buffs is the Falkland Islands Museum. At the museum, visitors will get a good overview of the region with a focus on local flora and fauna. The museum also highlights historical events on the Islands, including the 1982 Falklands War. Downtown Stanley has lots of shops, restaurants and attractions, including Christ Church Cathedral, the Battle Memorial and the Liberation Memorial.

The Falklands have always been a top destination for commercial fishermen. Fishing enthusiasts who visit the island will enjoy the Whalebone Arch, which sits outside Christ Church. The wreck of the 19th-century ship The Lady Elizabeth is also on display in Stanley Harbour.

Travel Tips for Stanley Airport

The Falkland Islands retain much of their British heritage, especially at the Stanley Racecourse, the site of an annual Christmas meet. No matter what time of year you are considering cheap flights to Stanley Airport (MPN), you should bring warm clothes. The Falklands have a chilly climate with average high temperatures of 41 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter. In the summer, high temperatures only average 57 degrees Fahrenheit.

Stanley has several hotels and bed and breakfasts that offer free Wi-Fi for business travelers. Downtown Stanley also has several interesting restaurants. The cuisine includes fresh seafood and features British specialties like fish and chips. After dinner, you can stroll through the downtown area and grab a pint at one of the local pubs. If a pint isn’t your thing, you can indulge your sweet tooth at a dessert bar.