Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) jetting off from here.
Jump on a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 45 minutes.
Rio De Janeiro and Santiago (where Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
The busiest route is from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL), with 59 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GIG to SCL is the 07:10 Condor service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 23:25 with LATAM Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to SCL, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
Pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport departing from GIG. Head off on your trip with any of these:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Rio De Janeiro to SCL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The distance from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG is around 18 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Consider booking a hotel close to SCL if you're taking a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to central Santiago is about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 14 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
For a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, Rs21,686 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just Rs51,063. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to SCL when you book 9 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route are usually at their lowest.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Santiago in May when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Rio De Janeiro to SCL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Travel in July if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -2ºC and 15ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
More about Santiago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Santiago right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Cerro San Cristobal, La Moneda Palace and Plaza de Armas are leading attractions which should be on any good Santiago itinerary.
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