Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Puerto Williams Airport (WPU): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your SCL to WPU flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Puerto Williams Airport (WPU)
Currently, R 3,685 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Puerto Williams Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,928. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SCL to WPU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Puerto Williams Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SCL to WPU.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Puerto Williams Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
82.58% of flights leaving Arturo Merino Benitez Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from SCL.
To reach Arturo Merino Benitez Airport from central Santiago, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Puerto Williams Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near SCL:
Arriving at Puerto Williams Airport (WPU)
If you're arriving on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Puerto Williams Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near WPU:
Getting from Puerto Williams Airport (WPU) to central Puerto Williams
Puerto Williams Airport to the centre of Puerto Williams has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
When to fly to Puerto Williams Airport (WPU)
Before locking in your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Puerto Williams Airport, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Puerto Williams offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Book your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Puerto Williams Airport for January if you want to visit Puerto Williams during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SCL to WPU in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Chile
Punta Arenas is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Puerto Williams. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Mirador Cerro De La Cruz, Borde Costero Punta Arenas and Herbologia Urbana.
Puerto Natales is another sought-after destination in Chile and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Puerto Williams. No journey is complete without a visit to Torres del Paine National Park, Cueva del Milodon and Municipal Historical Museum (Museo Histórico Municipal).
