Flying from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, making Santiago two hours ahead of Richmond.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RIC to SCL flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Richmond Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. These are the top stopovers between RIC and SCL:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
R 4,934 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Richmond Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 12,076. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from RIC to SCL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Richmond Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RIC to SCL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Richmond Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
74% of flights that take off from Richmond Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Richmond to Richmond Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near RIC? If you're catching an early flight from Richmond Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Consider booking a hotel near SCL if you're taking a late Richmond Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and discover Santiago and beyond with your own wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Santiago. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Richmond Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Santiago. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Richmond Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIC to SCL in July. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Chile, consider Valparaiso, about 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul are key reasons to visit.
