Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Santiago and Asuncion share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Every week, there are 13 Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SCL to ASU flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Asuncion (and then seeing more of Paraguay!) is a snap with LATAM Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.
With an impressive 86.36% of services arriving as planned, LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SCL to ASU flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SCL and ASU:
Jorge Newbery Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU)
Currently, R 2,302 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,822. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SCL to ASU, book your trip five months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SCL to ASU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SCL land on schedule 82.58% of the time.
To reach Arturo Merino Benitez Airport from central Santiago, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SCL:
Arriving at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU)
Reserve a hotel near ASU if you're catching a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Silvio Pettirossi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Sixt or Alamo and chase adventure across Asuncion and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Silvio Pettirossi International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) to central Asuncion
From Silvio Pettirossi International Airport, Asuncion is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Asuncion based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Silvio Pettirossi International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Asuncion, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SCL to ASU in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Paraguay
Ciudad del Este is just one of the many cities in Paraguay waiting to be explored once you've seen Asuncion. Around 290 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Catedral San Blas, Lago de la Republica and PC Comandante.
San Lorenzo is another favourite destination in Paraguay and is around 10 kilometres south-east of Asuncion. No trip is complete without seeing Oratorio Ntra. Señora de la Asunción, Capilla San Roque Gonzalez de Santacruz and Capilla Nuestra Señora De La Asunción.
