Flying from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Recife and Santiago are in the UTC-3 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your REC to SCL flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is Rs41,194. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs84,116. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from REC to SCL, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
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Handy information about Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Of all flights leaving Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, 79.3% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Recife to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to REC:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're coming in on a late Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SCL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car to explore Santiago and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to the centre of Santiago has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to visit Santiago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from REC to SCL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 15ºC on average.
Explore more of Chile
You've seen Santiago, now it's time to explore more of Chile. Journey about 97 kilometres north-west to Vina del Mar to tick off its top sights. From La Foresta de Reñaca Park to Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another favourite stop in Chile. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.