Flying from Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL): What you need to know
Santiago is five hours ahead of Seattle. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is located in Santiago, which follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to SCL.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to SCL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is around 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Seattle to SCL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Most flights that depart Seattle Paine Field International Airport reach their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SCL:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Santiago. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
₹ 35,473 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 87,425. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to SCL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Santiago. February is when most people book flights from Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Seattle to SCL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport in July when temperatures are between -2ºC and 17ºC.
More about Santiago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Santiago right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Santiago when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Gran Torre Santiago followed by Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Fundación Pablo Neruda.
Explore more of Chile
You've done Santiago, now it's time to discover other parts of Chile. Journey about 241 kilometres south to Talca to tick off its leading attractions. From Plaza la unión (Ex plaza Cienfuegos) to Teatro Regional del Maule and Plaza de Armas, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres south of Santiago, Curicó is another essential stop in Chile. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Plaza De Armas, Proyecto Centro Cultural and Cerro Condell.
