Travelling from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 5 minutes.
Rio de Janeiro and Santiago are both in the UTC-3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Every week, there are 45 Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights. To be on board early, jump on the 02:25 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:30 with LATAM Airlines.
Your GIG to SCL flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. When you're ready to start your Santiago adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Chile:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is LATAM Airlines.
With a dependable 87.01% of services arriving as planned, Sky Airline is the most punctual carrier offering GIG to SCL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between GIG and SCL:
Bogota Airport
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport
Montevideo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
At the moment, R 1,470 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,371. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from GIG to SCL by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Landing cheap flights from GIG to SCL is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport from central Rio de Janeiro, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near GIG. Whether you have an early flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Grab 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 well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from GIG to SCL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Chile you should also see. About 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a trip to Vina del Mar will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another favourite stop in Chile. No visit is complete without checking out Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul.
