Flying from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Sao Paulo. Check out your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL).
4 hours 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight.
Sao Paulo and Santiago (where Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
With 77 direct flights a week between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is the busiest route. LATAM Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:05am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from GRU to SCL is with LATAM Airlines at 11:50pm.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to SCL.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) take off from this terminal.
You'll have your choice of airlines offering direct flights from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport leaving from GRU. Book your seat with one of these:
Most travellers choose to book seats with LATAM Airlines between GRU and SCL.
Among carriers on this route, Sky Airline has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to SCL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% land on schedule at their destination.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can arrive at CGH from central Sao Paulo in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Sao Paulo to SCL flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance of 73.8%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is roughly 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Viracopos Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive when they should. At VCP, that figure is 75.02%.
About Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near SCL and turn in quicker:
Grab an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and explore Santiago and beyond with your own wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Santiago. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is $115. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $273. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Sao Paulo to SCL, book your flight ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
May is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Santiago based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Sao Paulo to SCL flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Santiago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Santiago right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Santiago when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Gran Torre Santiago followed by Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Iglesia Cristo Redentor.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Chile you should also see. About 241 kilometres south of Santiago, a visit to Talca will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Plaza la unión (Ex plaza Cienfuegos), Teatro Regional del Maule and Patio de los naranjos.
Around 177 kilometres south of Santiago, Curicó is another essential stop in Chile. Experience major highlights starting with La Familia Park, Plaza De Los Venados and Plaza De Armas.
