Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cataratas International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Foz do Iguaçu's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Santiago.
Each week, there are five Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cataratas International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, opt for the 05:55 JetSMART flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 16:35 with JetSMART.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SCL to IGU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like 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 peak period in general.
JetSMART has direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cataratas International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Foz do Iguaçu — and maybe even more of Brazil if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with JetSMART on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
₹ 6,573 is currently the best price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 14,355. These prices can change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from SCL to IGU by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cataratas International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that take off from SCL arrive at their destination without delay.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near SCL? If you're catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cataratas International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
Consider booking a hotel near IGU if you're catching a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Cataratas International Airport rental car and discover Foz do Iguaçu and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Unidas and Movida are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Cataratas International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to central Foz do Iguaçu
Cataratas International Airport to the centre of Foz do Iguaçu has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cataratas International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Foz do Iguaçu. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cataratas International Airport for January if you want to explore Foz do Iguaçu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 35ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SCL to IGU in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Londrina is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Foz do Iguaçu. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Igapo Lake, Jardim Botanico de Londrina and Londrina Metropolitan Cathedral.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Foz do Iguaçu, Maringa is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Catedral Basilica Menor Nossa Senhora da Gloria, Parque Alfredo Nyffler and Inga Park.