Flying from Easter Island Airport (IPC) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Easter Island Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Easter Island.
Flights from IPC to SCL start from 14:00 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:10 with LATAM Airlines. In total, there are 11 weekly Easter Island Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your IPC to SCL flight.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
LATAM Airlines is your gateway to discovering Santiago (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Chile!). Check out the direct flights from Easter Island Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating IPC to SCL flights. An exceptional 96.7% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Handy information about Easter Island Airport (IPC)
Easter Island Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from IPC touch down on schedule 97% of the time.
Central Easter Island to Easter Island Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to IPC? If you're boarding an early flight from Easter Island Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Easter Island Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santiago and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Easter Island Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Santiago in March.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Easter Island Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IPC to SCL sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be explored after you've experienced Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another favourite stop in Chile. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul.