Travelling from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago is two hours ahead of Washington DC and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DCA to SCL flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DCA and SCL include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is R 4,802. A return ticket right now is R 10,723. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from DCA to SCL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
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Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
When it comes to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Washington DC to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to DCA:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Pick up a Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and explore Santiago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
From Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, Santiago is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Santiago based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to visit Santiago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DCA to SCL in July. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
You've done Santiago, now it's time to discover other parts of Chile. Journey about 97 kilometres north-west to Vina del Mar to tick off its leading sights. From Reñaca beach to Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another essential stop in Chile. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul.