Flying from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is 16 hours behind Auckland.
Choose from four weekly Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights. The 19:05 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest you can take. LATAM Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:10.
Give yourself enough time to make your AKL to SCL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
LATAM Airlines has direct flights from Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Santiago — and maybe even more of Chile if you have time.
LATAM Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
LATAM Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for AKL to SCL flights, with 97.62% of services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between AKL and SCL:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Sydney Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is R 9,389. A return ticket is currently R 16,343. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from AKL to SCL, book your trip nine months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from AKL to SCL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
When it comes to Auckland International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Auckland to Auckland International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to AKL:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you have a late Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near SCL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and see more of Santiago and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to central Santiago has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santiago. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Auckland International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to SCL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be discovered after you've seen Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
Valparaiso is another favourite destination in Chile and is around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. No journey is complete without experiencing Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul.
