Travelling from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is 13 hours behind Sunshine Coast.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MCY to SCL flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sunshine Coast Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Many passengers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport when flying between MCY and SCL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sunshine Coast Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is R 16,063. A return plane ticket right now is R 27,022. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MCY to SCL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sunshine Coast Airport, data shows 72.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sunshine Coast Airport from central Sunshine Coast, it takes about 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MCY? If you're catching an early flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SCL if you're taking a late Sunshine Coast Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and chase adventure across Santiago and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Santiago. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you'd like to visit Santiago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MCY to SCL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago is always a good idea, 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 keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
If you want to check out another major destination in Chile, head for Valparaiso, about 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso are among the biggest draws.
