Cheap Flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Bogota

Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know

• Take a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 5 minutes.

• Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Bogota two hours behind Santiago.

• Each week, there are 55 Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, select the 00:25 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:55 with AVIANCA.

• Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your SCL to BOG flight.

• During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

• You can fly nonstop to Bogota, Colombia. Take to the skies with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport:

  • AVIANCA

  • Sky Airline

  • JetSMART

• The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is AVIANCA.

• Among carriers operating SCL to BOG flights, AVIANCA leads the way for on-time arrivals.

• Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SCL and BOG:

  • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport

  • Jorge Chavez International Airport

  • Ministro Pistarini Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

• At the moment, R 1,799 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,899. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

• Get cheap tickets from SCL to BOG by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

• May is the cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

• Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SCL to BOG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

• Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport.

Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

• Arturo Merino Benitez Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that take off from SCL arrive at their destination as scheduled.

• Central Santiago to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

• Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.

• Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near SCL. Whether you have an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal, an IHG Hotel

  • Courtyard by Marriott Santiago Airport

  • City Express by Marriott Santiago Aeropuerto Chile

Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

• Consider staying in a hotel near BOG if you have a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Hotel Habitel Select

  • Movich Buro 26

  • Hilton Garden Inn Bogota Airport

• Pick up an El Dorado International Airport rental car and discover Bogota and beyond with your own set of wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are leading providers you can book with here.

• For the best deal, book your ride from El Dorado International Airport about one week before you travel.

Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota

• El Dorado International Airport to central Bogota has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.

• Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

• The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Bogota based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

• Book your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Dorado International Airport for September if you want to go to Bogota during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

• January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SCL to BOG sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Colombia

• Cali is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bogota. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.

• Around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota, Medellin is another favourite stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.