Flying from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL): What you need to know
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is 12 hours behind Tokyo. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is located in Santiago.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Tokyo to SCL.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like March. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Tokyo to SCL that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between HND and SCL include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo, HND can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Tokyo Haneda International Airport:
78% of flights that leave from Tokyo Haneda International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport. Here's where you can connect between Tokyo Narita International Airport and SCL:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tokyo to NRT in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Tokyo Narita International Airport the day before your Tokyo to SCL flight:
73% of flights out of Tokyo Narita International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SCL:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Central Santiago is around 16 kilometres from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
Rs190,247 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport. Return flights start from Rs400,765. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tokyo to SCL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
February is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL). Plan your visit to Santiago in December for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Tokyo to SCL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
July sees temperatures of between -2ºC and 17ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Santiago
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santiago:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Gran Torre Santiago, Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Fundación Pablo Neruda are top sights which should feature on any good Santiago itinerary.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Chile waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south of Santiago, a trip to Talca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Plaza la unión (Ex plaza Cienfuegos), Teatro Regional del Maule and Plaza de Armas.
If you want to check out another major destination in Chile, head for Curicó, about 177 kilometres south of Santiago. Plaza De Armas, Proyecto Centro Cultural and Cerro Condell are highlights.