Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Singapore: what you need to know
Singapore is 11 hours ahead of Santiago, where Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located. Singapore follows the UTC+8 timezone.
To avoid missing your SCL to Singapore flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SCL to Singapore with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
SCL is around 13 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Singapore? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SCL:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport gets high 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 Singapore
R 15,518 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Singapore flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 28,507. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from SCL to Singapore, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) to the centre of Singapore takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
Book a hotel close to SIN if you're coming in on a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Singapore. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Changi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and see more of Singapore and beyond.
Booking your ride from Changi International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SCL to Singapore can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
The centre of Singapore is located around 19 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP). After your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Singapore has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near XSP. Unwind and get cosy after your SCL to Singapore flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Singapore
Before scheduling your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Singapore, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Singapore offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Singapore flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SCL to Singapore around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
Start your Singapore trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Singapore, check out our selection of hotels including:
Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands are a couple of top attractions to put on your Singapore must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Universal Studios Singapore.