Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Santiago four hours behind Madrid.
Flights from MAD to SCL start from 10:35 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:59 with Iberia. Overall, there are 28 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MAD to SCL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Iberia is your gateway to exploring Santiago (and perhaps some other great corners of Chile!). Browse the direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport offered by this popular airline.
Iberia is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With a reliable 89.74% of services arriving as planned, Iberia has the best on-time record for MAD to SCL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAD and SCL:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport
Ministro Pistarini Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is R 7,127. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 13,596. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from MAD to SCL, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAD to SCL.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you have a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near SCL:
Grab an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and explore Santiago and beyond with your own wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Santiago. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to SCL in July. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Chile just waiting to be discovered. About 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a visit to Vina del Mar will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known 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 among the biggest draws.
