Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Caracas is one hour behind Santiago and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SCL to CCS flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Caracas (and then exploring more of Venezuela!) is a breeze with Estelar. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Estelar is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SCL and CCS:
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight is Rs77,766. A return fare right now is Rs190,894. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from SCL to CCS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SCL to CCS.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that take off from SCL arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SCL:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CCS if you're on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car and explore Caracas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Street Rent a Car, Aco Rent a Car and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
Simon Bolivar International Airport to the centre of Caracas has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Caracas based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Caracas is April, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SCL to CCS in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Venezuela
Caracas has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Venezuela just waiting to be discovered. About 80 kilometres west of Caracas, a visit to Maracay will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like El Ejército Las Ballenas Park, Plaza Sucre del Estado Aragua and Otro Beta - La Pared.
Valencia is another standout destination in Venezuela and is around 129 kilometres west of Caracas. No journey is complete without experiencing Museo de Arte Valencia, Plaza Bolivar and Basílica Catedral de Valencia.
