Travelling from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago is four hours ahead of Calgary and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your YYC to SCL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea 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 peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
R 6,075 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Calgary Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Return flights start at R 8,114. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from YYC to SCL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Calgary Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Calgary Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
76% of flights leaving from Calgary Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Calgary Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to YYC? If you're catching an early flight from Calgary 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 need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Calgary Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
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Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to the centre of Santiago has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Calgary Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YYC to SCL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Chile waiting to be discovered. Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a trip to Vina del Mar will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Chile, consider Valparaiso, about 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul are highlights.