Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
The timezone in Guatemala City is UTC-6, which is three hours behind Santiago.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SCL to GUA flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
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 La Aurora International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SCL and GUA:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
R 4,529 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 8,423. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SCL to GUA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SCL to GUA.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora 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 depart SCL reach their destination without delay.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SCL? If you're boarding an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GUA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a La Aurora International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or Avis and explore beyond Guatemala City's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from La Aurora International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
La Aurora International Airport to central Guatemala City has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Guatemala City based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Guatemala City is April, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SCL to GUA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Guatemala
You've visited Guatemala City, now it's time to explore more of Guatemala. Travel around 11 kilometres west to Mixco to check off its popular sights. From Municipal Salayá Ecological Park to Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Villa Nueva is another favourite destination in Guatemala and is around 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. No journey is complete without seeing Andana Park, Residenciales Llano Alto 3 Park and Boulevard Los Reformadores.