Travelling from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Buenos Aires. Check out your options leaving from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE) when organising your flight from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport flight.
Santiago (where Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is located) and Buenos Aires share the UTC-3 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
With 80 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) is the most popular route. JetSMART operates the earliest flight at 4:24am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from AEP to SCL is with JetSMART at 11:10pm.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Buenos Aires to SCL.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
You can take a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) departing from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP).
Choose from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport leaving from AEP. Head off on your trip with any of these:
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from AEP to SCL.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Sky Airline.
AEP is around 8 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield. Whether you have an early flight from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
64% of flights that depart Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield reach their destination on time.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
You can book a direct Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) plane ticket with departures from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE). See if flying from EZE works better for your plans.
You'll have your pick of airlines that operate direct flights from Buenos Aires to SCL. Here's a list of carriers that'll take you straight to where you're headed from EZE:
On the EZE to SCL route, LATAM Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
LATAM Airlines has the strongest on-time record of any carrier operating flights between Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport and Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport.
EZE is around 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Buenos Aires to SCL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
About Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Central Santiago is around 16 kilometres from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is $133. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $210. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to SCL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Santiago. February is when most people book flights from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Buenos Aires to SCL plane ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santiago to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Santiago
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santiago:
Your Santiago visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Gran Torre Santiago, Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Fundación Pablo Neruda.
Explore more of Chile
You've done Santiago, now it's time to explore other corners of Chile. Travel about 241 kilometres south to Talca to tick off its popular sights. From Plaza la unión (Ex plaza Cienfuegos) to Teatro Regional del Maule and Plaza de Armas, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres south of Santiago, Curicó is another essential stop in Chile. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza De Armas, Proyecto Centro Cultural and Cerro Condell.