Travelling from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
The timezone in Perth is UTC+8, which is 11 hours ahead of Santiago.
To ensure you catch your SCL to PER flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SCL and PER:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Sydney Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Perth Airport (PER)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport flight is R 14,495. A round-trip ticket is currently R 23,935. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SCL to PER, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
84% of flights departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport land at their destination as planned. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of SCL.
Central Santiago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to SCL:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
If you're getting in on a late Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PER:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Perth Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds and experience the lesser-explored corners of Perth and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Perth Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport to the centre of Perth has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
July is the most popular month for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Perth in March.
The warmest month in Perth is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SCL to PER in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Perth, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey around 40 kilometres south to Rockingham to check off its leading attractions. From Penguin Island to Rockingham Wild Encounters and Penguin Island Sand Bar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 64 kilometres south of Perth, Mandurah is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Silver Sands Beach, Yalgorup National Park and Town Beach.