Flying from Teniente Vidal Airport (BBA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Teniente Vidal Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Balmaceda and Santiago are in the same timezone, UTC-3.
Flights from BBA to SCL start from 09:53 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 17:25 with LATAM Airlines. In total, there are 15 weekly Teniente Vidal Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your BBA to SCL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
LATAM Airlines is your gateway to discovering Santiago (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Chile!). Check out the direct flights from Teniente Vidal Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is LATAM Airlines.
With a reliable 94.48% of services arriving as planned, LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating BBA to SCL flights.
If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Teniente Vidal Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' El Tepual Airport is a popular stop between BBA and SCL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Teniente Vidal Airport (BBA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Teniente Vidal Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is Rs11,623. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs23,781. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from BBA to SCL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Teniente Vidal Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Teniente Vidal Airport (BBA)
Teniente Vidal Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BBA land on schedule 89.31% of the time.
To get to Teniente Vidal Airport from central Balmaceda, it takes around 0 hours if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 0.64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Consider booking a hotel close to SCL if you have a late Teniente Vidal Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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For the best deal, book your vehicle from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
From Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, Santiago is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Teniente Vidal Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Santiago based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Teniente Vidal Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BBA to SCL in July. Average temperatures are between -2ºC and 15ºC then.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another essential stop in Chile. Start your sightseeing at Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.