Travelling from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 8 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City.
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is located in Santiago. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is three hours behind Santiago.
With ten departures a week between the two airports, Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route. Hop on LATAM Airlines's 08:10 flight to get your journey from SCL to MEX underway.
To avoid missing your SCL to Mexico City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month like February? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City tickets are available for booking. Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is where you'll complete your journey.
LATAM Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from SCL to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
The journey from central Santiago to SCL takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to SCL:
84% of flights leaving Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport reach their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SCL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) to Mexico City
R 3,759 is currently the best price for a one-way Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City flight. Return plane tickets start at R 7,709. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from SCL to Mexico City, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure date.
October is the best month for landing an awesome deal on Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
To get the best deal, book your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SCL to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 56 kilometres from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours or so.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Settle in here after your SCL to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City. September is the most popular month to visit Mexico City. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCL to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport to Mexico City, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Zócalo are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Mexico City must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a visit to Guadalajara will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.




