Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 35 minutes.
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, making Santiago one hour ahead of New York.
Flights from JFK to SCL start from 18:30 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The last departure is at 20:05 with LATAM Airlines. In total, there are 16 weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your JFK to SCL flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
LATAM Airlines has direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Santiago — and maybe even more of Chile if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating JFK to SCL flights is LATAM Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 67.24% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Here are the top stopovers between JFK and SCL:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
$401 is the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. A return flight starts at $853. These fares may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from JFK to SCL by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near JFK. Whether you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Book a hotel close to SCL if you're on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santiago and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to central Santiago has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Santiago. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. 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 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JFK to SCL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Valparaiso is another favourite destination in Chile and is around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. No journey is complete without visiting Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.