Travelling from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Valletta.
To ensure you get on your MLA to SCL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Malta International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. These are the top stopovers between MLA and SCL:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
At the moment, R 7,986 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Malta International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 14,279. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MLA to SCL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Malta International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MLA to SCL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Malta International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
Of the flights that depart from Malta International Airport, 72.79% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Malta International Airport from central Valletta, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Malta International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to MLA:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Book a hotel near SCL if you're taking a late Malta International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santiago and beyond.
Booking your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure 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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Santiago in April.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Malta International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLA to SCL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Chile waiting to be explored. About 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a visit to Vina del Mar will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Valparaiso is another well-known destination in Chile and is around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. No trip is complete without visiting Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.