Travelling from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Joao Pessoa and Santiago are in the UTC-3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Give yourself enough time to catch your JPA to SCL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is R 3,207. A round-trip fare right now is R 7,510. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from JPA to SCL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JPA to SCL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA)
78.38% of flights that leave from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Joao Pessoa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near JPA. Whether you have an early flight from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Reserve a hotel near SCL if you're taking a late Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an 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 popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to central Santiago has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Santiago. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you'd like to explore Santiago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JPA to SCL in July. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be explored once you've seen Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Chile, consider Valparaiso, roughly 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso are key highlights.