Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Phoenix is four hours behind Santiago.
Leave plenty of time to make your SCL to Phoenix flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from SCL to Phoenix. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Travelling from central Santiago to SCL takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SCL:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that depart SCL arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Phoenix
The best price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix flight is R 5,213. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,298. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SCL to Phoenix if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SCL to Phoenix by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
The distance from Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCF instead:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The centre of Phoenix is about 8 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). After your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 35 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to PHX. Unwind and get cosy after your SCL to Phoenix flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from PHX one week in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix has touched down. Central Phoenix is around 56 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and takes roughly 40 minutes to get to by car.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel near AZA. Check in to one of these options after your SCL to Phoenix flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip by picking up a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car. Dollar, Alamo and Budget will get you on the road.
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your ride from AZA two weeks before your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix to access the best deals.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport can be found at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Travel to Phoenix in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCL to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Phoenix
Once you've booked your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Phoenix, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Heard Museum, Desert Botanical Garden and Papago Park are essential stops on your Phoenix itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Las Vegas is another essential stop in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without experiencing Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.
