Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is 12 hours ahead of Santiago.
Your SCL to ICN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Incheon International Airport. Just 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 ICN:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Incheon International Airport flight is R 15,007. A return ticket right now is R 26,795. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SCL to ICN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Incheon International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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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 if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SCL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Incheon International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Reserve a hotel near ICN if you're on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to get there in a ride-share or cab will depend on the time of day, so do some research beforehand.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Incheon International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Seoul. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you want to go to Seoul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCL to ICN in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If you want to check out another side of South Korea, head for Incheon, roughly 56 kilometres west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are among the biggest draws.
