Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Mar Del Plata Airport (MDQ): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your SCL to MDQ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Mar Del Plata Airport (MDQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mar Del Plata Airport flight is Rs31,208. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs73,678. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SCL to MDQ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mar Del Plata Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SCL land at their destination as scheduled 82.58% of the time.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 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 arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mar Del Plata Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to SCL:
Arriving at Mar Del Plata Airport (MDQ)
Reserve a hotel close to MDQ if you're on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mar Del Plata Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Mar Del Plata Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Budget or Rent A Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mar Del Plata and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Mar Del Plata Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Mar Del Plata Airport (MDQ) to central Mar Del Plata
From Mar Del Plata Airport, Mar Del Plata is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Mar Del Plata Airport (MDQ)
January is the most popular month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mar Del Plata Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Mar Del Plata in February.
When booking your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mar Del Plata Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Mar Del Plata, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 27ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCL to MDQ in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of Argentina
Mar Del Plata has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Argentina waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north of Mar Del Plata, a visit to Buenos Aires will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada.
La Plata is another favourite destination in Argentina and is around 338 kilometres north of Mar Del Plata. No journey is complete without seeing Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.
