Travelling from Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): What you need to know
Sacramento's main base, Sacramento International Airport (SMF), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL).
Santiago is four hours ahead of Sacramento. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago, which is in the UTC-3 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Sacramento to SCL.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sacramento to SCL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Travelling from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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82.15% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SMF.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
SCK is around 88 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours 20 minutes.
Like to add an extra day to your trip? Think about booking a hotel near Stockton Airport the night before your Sacramento to SCL flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton have your room at the ready.
Stockton Airport has an on-time performance rate of 55.67%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
The address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Book a hotel close to SCL if you have a late flight from Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and experience more of Santiago and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
The centre of Santiago is around 13 kilometres from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Rs96,169 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. A return flight starts at Rs242,842. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sacramento to SCL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). Visit Santiago in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Sacramento to SCL flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July has temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Santiago
Start your Santiago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Gran Torre Santiago, Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Iglesia Cristo Redentor are leading attractions which should feature on every Santiago itinerary.
Explore more of Chile
Talca is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Santiago. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Plaza la unión (Ex plaza Cienfuegos), Teatro Regional del Maule and Patio de los naranjos.
Around 177 kilometres south of Santiago, Curicó is another favourite stop in Chile. Start your sightseeing at La Familia Park, Plaza De Los Venados and Plaza De Armas.
