Travelling from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is five hours ahead of Santiago, where Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is located. Johannesburg observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your SCL to Johannesburg flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SCL to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
SCL is around 13 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SCL:
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SCL make it to their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) to Johannesburg
R 12,586 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 13,412. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from SCL to Johannesburg, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Johannesburg across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Snapping up a cheap flight from SCL to Johannesburg couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
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Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks before your flight from SCL to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Once you've disembarked your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HLA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SCL to Johannesburg flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
December is the quietest month for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Johannesburg, while April is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SCL to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Nelson Mandela Statue and Apartheid Museum are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Johannesburg itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Top of Africa.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in South Africa, consider Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden are highlights.