Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is five hours ahead of San Francisco.
Give yourself enough time to make your SFO to SCL flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between SFO and SCL:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is R 5,702. A return ticket is currently R 11,361. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to SCL if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights departing from San Francisco International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SCL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car to explore Santiago and beyond.
Booking your ride from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santiago. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to SCL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be discovered once you've seen Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another favourite stop in Chile. No visit is complete without checking out Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul.