Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Austin's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Austin two hours behind Santiago.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SCL to AUS flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SCL and AUS:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
R 4,357 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 7,920. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from SCL to AUS, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SCL to AUS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SCL arrive on schedule 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.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near SCL:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
If you're getting in on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near AUS:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Easirent and explore beyond Austin's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Austin. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Austin based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Austin, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SCL to AUS sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Austin. Around 241 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Austin, San Antonio is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
