Flying from Recife Airport (REC) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Recife Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 40 minutes.
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Recife.
Your REC to SCL flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
LATAM Airlines is your gateway to exploring Santiago (and perhaps some other great parts of Chile!). Browse the direct flights from Recife Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is LATAM Airlines.
Among carriers operating REC to SCL flights, LATAM Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Recife Airport (REC) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Right now, Rs52,630 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Recife Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs109,614. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from REC to SCL by booking at least four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Recife Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Recife Airport (REC)
82% of flights departing from Recife Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from REC.
To get to Recife Airport from central Recife, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near REC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Recife Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're getting in on a late Recife Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near SCL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and explore beyond Santiago's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Santiago. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Recife Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Santiago based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Recife Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from REC to SCL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Chile waiting to be discovered. Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a visit to Vina del Mar will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Chile, head for Valparaiso, about 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul are the start of reasons to visit.


