Travelling from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Punta Del Este Airport (PDP): what you need to know
Santiago and Punta Del Este share the same timezone, UTC-3.
Your SCL to PDP flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Punta Del Este Airport (PDP)
R 3,107 is currently the best price for a one-way Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Del Este Airport flight. Return flights start at R 6,111. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from SCL to PDP, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Del Este Airport.
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Handy information about Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SCL arrive on schedule 84% of the time.
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Del Este Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to SCL:
Arriving at Punta Del Este Airport (PDP)
If you're arriving on a late Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Del Este Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near PDP:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Punta Del Este Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Punta Car, Dollar or Localiza and experience the lesser-explored corners of Punta Del Este and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Punta Del Este Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Punta Del Este Airport (PDP) to central Punta Del Este
From Punta Del Este Airport, Punta Del Este is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Del Este Airport (PDP)
The quietest month for a flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Del Este Airport is September, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Punta Del Este based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Del Este Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Punta Del Este, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SCL to PDP in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Uruguay
Montevideo is just one of the many cities in Uruguay waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Punta Del Este. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Museo del Futbol, Teatre Solís and Museo de la Memoria.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Punta Del Este, Salto is another essential stop in Uruguay. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Hot Springs of Arapey, Acuamania and Lago Salto Grande. Salto, Uruguay.
