Flying from Dubai to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL): What you need to know
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is seven hours behind Dubai. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is located in Santiago.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to SCL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to SCL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dubai 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 hotels close to Dubai International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to SCL flight:
71% of flights taking off from Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
Reserve a hotel near SCL if you have a late flight from Dubai to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport. Check in to one of these options and call it a night faster:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Dubai 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. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
At the moment, ₹ 78,424 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 113,942. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Dubai to SCL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Dubai to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
February is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL). Plan your visit to Santiago in December for a quieter experience.
When booking your Dubai to SCL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport in July when temperatures are between -2ºC and 17ºC.
More about Santiago
Start your Santiago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Gran Torre Santiago, Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Fundación Pablo Neruda are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Santiago itinerary.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Chile waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south of Santiago, a visit to Talca will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Plaza la unión (Ex plaza Cienfuegos), Teatro Regional del Maule and Plaza de Armas.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Chile, consider Curicó, roughly 177 kilometres south of Santiago. Plaza De Armas, Proyecto Centro Cultural and Cerro Condell are highlights.
