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Cheap Flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica

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Flight deals from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Arica.R 651 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Arica.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 651, select.
Arica.R 679 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Arica.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 679, select.
Arica.R 786 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Arica.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 786, select.
Arica.R 786 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Arica.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 786, select.
Arica.R 941 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Arica.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 941, select.
Arica.R 941 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Arica.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 941, select.
Arica.R 947 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Arica.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 947, select.
Arica.R 958 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Arica.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 958, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 684
Jun
from R 656
Jul
from R 792
Aug
from R 792
Sep
from R 948
Oct
from R 954
Nov
from R 965
Dec
from R 948
Jan
from R 1,045
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Direct flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Arica.

Santiago to Arica: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 656
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 41 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week71

Finding cheap flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica is R 1,358. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines Peru and Sky Airline fly direct from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica.
As of May 2025, there are 71 flights per week flying from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica.
The cheapest month to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Arica is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Arica Airport on Thursday, 29 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 41 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Arica but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Arica is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Arica.

Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Chacalluta Airport (ARI): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.

  • Each week, there are 51 Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, select the 04:00 Sky Airline flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:59 with LATAM Airlines.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SCL to ARI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Sky Airline is your gateway to discovering Arica (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Chile!). Check out the direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Sky Airline on this route.

  • With a reliable 90.91% of services arriving as scheduled, LATAM Airlines has the best on-time record for SCL to ARI flights.

  • If you'd love to check out a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' La Florida Airport is a popular stop between SCL and ARI.

How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Chacalluta Airport (ARI)

  • R 651 is the best price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,358. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SCL to ARI.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SCL to ARI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport.

Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • Arturo Merino Benitez Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SCL arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.58% of the time.

  • To reach Arturo Merino Benitez Airport from central Santiago, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SCL:

Arriving at Chacalluta Airport (ARI)

  • After your Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport flight has arrived, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Villa Frontera Home is a great option that's not too far from ARI.

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chacalluta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MITTA RENT A CAR, Europcar or Econorent and explore beyond Arica's main sights.

  • Reserving your ride from Chacalluta Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Chacalluta Airport (ARI) to central Arica

  • From Chacalluta Airport, Arica is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Chacalluta Airport (ARI)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Arica in May.

  • The warmest month in Arica is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chacalluta Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SCL to ARI in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Chile

  • Arica is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Chile just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres south of Arica, a visit to Iquique will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Playa Cavancha, Baquedano Street and Zone Franca de Iquique Zofri.

  • If you want to check out another side of Chile, head for Calama, about 467 kilometres south of Arica. Parque el Loa, Plaza 23 De Marzo and Parque Periurbano are among its highlights.

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