Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London three hours ahead of Santiago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your SCL to LGW flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to London Gatwick Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SCL and LGW include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is R 5,945. A return plane ticket right now is R 13,667. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SCL to LGW, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to London Gatwick Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SCL to LGW.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal 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 London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SCL arrive on schedule 82.58% of the time.
To get to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport from central Santiago, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SCL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're getting in on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LGW:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 80 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to London Gatwick Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCL to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.