Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, making Santiago 14 hours behind Sydney.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights. The 11:30 departure with Qantas is the earliest flight available. LATAM Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:10.
To ensure you get on your SYD to SCL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel 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 domestic departures is a smart move.
Travelling to Santiago (and then exploring more of Chile!) is a snap with LATAM Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.
With an impressive 89.66% of services arriving as planned, LATAM Airlines has the best on-time record for SYD to SCL flights.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Many passengers pass through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is R 11,662. A round-trip fare is currently R 18,772. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from SYD to SCL by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to SCL.
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Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney Airport's on-time performance, 66% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
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 venture far and wide through Santiago and beyond.
Booking your ride from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Santiago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, consider the type 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). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to SCL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another essential stop in Chile. No visit is complete without checking out Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul.