Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
A direct flight from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport takes an average of 11 hours 3 minutes. The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is 16 hours behind Auckland.
Flights from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport start from 00:40 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The latest flight in the day is the 19:55 option with LATAM Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 11 weekly services between AKL and SCL.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between AKL and SCL include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Chile. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from AKL to SCL, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is ₹ 55,131. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 102,630. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 6 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from AKL to SCL.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flight tickets from AKL to SCL every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Auckland, Auckland Airport can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at 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 flight from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Santiago. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 21 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 14 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Santiago in May.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Auckland Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from AKL to SCL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Santiago
Start your Santiago trip right by finding a fantastic stay. Once you've booked your flight from AKL to SCL, have a look at our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Cerro San Cristobal, La Moneda Palace and Plaza de Armas are among the things you can't miss in Santiago.
Complete your Santiago trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Santiago.
