Travelling from Mocopulli Airport (MHC) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Mocopulli Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Castro.
Flights from MHC to SCL start at 09:20 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The last departure is at 16:39 with Sky Airline. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Mocopulli Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MHC to SCL flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
LATAM Airlines offers direct flights from Mocopulli Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Santiago — and maybe even more of Chile if you have time.
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With a dependable 85.29% of services arriving as scheduled, Sky Airline has the best on-time performance for MHC to SCL flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mocopulli Airport (MHC) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Currently, R 342 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mocopulli Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 962. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MHC to SCL.
The cheapest month for flights from Mocopulli Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Mocopulli Airport (MHC)
Mocopulli Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart MHC reach their destination without delay.
To reach Mocopulli Airport from central Castro, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MHC? If you're boarding an early flight from Mocopulli 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)
Consider booking a hotel close to SCL if you're taking a late Mocopulli Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to central Santiago has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Mocopulli Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Santiago in March.
Book your flight from Mocopulli Airport to Santiago 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 cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MHC to SCL in July. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Chile you'll want to see. About 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a trip to Vina del Mar will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
Valparaiso is another must-experience destination in Chile and is around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. No journey is complete without seeing Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul.