Flying from St Louis Airport (STL) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, making Santiago three hours ahead of St Louis.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your STL to SCL flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from St Louis Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between STL and SCL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from St Louis Airport (STL) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
R 5,265 is currently the lowest price for a one-way St Louis Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 11,308. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from STL to SCL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from St Louis Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from STL to SCL.
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Handy information about St Louis Airport (STL)
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
When it comes to St Louis Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to St Louis Airport from central St Louis, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to STL? If you've booked an early flight from St Louis Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you have a late St Louis Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SCL:
Travel at your own speed with a Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and see more of Santiago and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
From Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, Santiago is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from St Louis Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from St Louis Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you'd like to visit Santiago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from STL to SCL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
You've done Santiago, now it's time to discover more of Chile. Travel about 97 kilometres north-west to Vina del Mar to tick off its leading sights. From Reñaca beach to Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another essential stop in Chile. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul.
