Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Dubai: what you need to know
Dubai is seven hours ahead of Santiago, where Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located. Dubai runs on the UTC+4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your SCL to Dubai flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from SCL to Dubai with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The journey from central Santiago to SCL takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near SCL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Dubai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that take off from SCL arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Dubai
Rs181,491 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Dubai flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs319,595. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SCL to Dubai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Dubai ticket.
You don't need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from SCL to Dubai.
Save money on your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Dubai with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from SCL to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
After your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Dubai has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your SCL to Dubai flight:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make picking up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Dubai. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Dubai in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Dubai flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SCL to Dubai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Dubai, browse our range of accommodation options including:
The Dubai Mall Heart and Burj Khalifa are a couple of big attractions to add to your Dubai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Desert safari tourism.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Khawr Fakkān is another standout destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without dropping by Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.
