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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Auckland International to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Auckland International to Santiago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.

Auckland to Santiago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs221,739
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time10 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineCathay Pacific
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland International to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez is Rs248,473. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Auckland International to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.
Cathay Pacific, LATAM Airlines and Qantas fly direct from Auckland International to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.
As of November 2025, there are 24 flights per week flying from Auckland International to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport on Monday, 20 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 33 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santiago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qantas and LATAM Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.

Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know

  • Around 11 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

  • The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is 16 hours behind Auckland.

  • Each week, there are 11 Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights. To get going early, opt for the 18:20 LATAM Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:55 with LATAM Airlines.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AKL to SCL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • LATAM Airlines is your gateway to exploring Santiago (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Chile!). Check out the direct flights from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • LATAM Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating AKL to SCL flights is LATAM Airlines. Its services land as planned 75.0% of the time.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between AKL and SCL include:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is Rs221,739. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs248,473. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book three months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AKL to SCL.

  • Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from AKL to SCL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • When it comes to Auckland Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.31% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to AKL:

Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago

  • Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to central Santiago has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Santiago. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to explore Santiago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.

  • July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AKL to SCL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Chile

  • Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be discovered once you've seen Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.

  • Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another favourite stop in Chile. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.

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