Travelling from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are the main airports in Santo Domingo.
Around 8 hours 4 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago. The city operates in the UTC-3 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Santo Domingo.
With 5 direct flights a week between the two airports, Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is the most popular route. Arajet operates the earliest flight at 18:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from SDQ to SCL is with Arajet at 18:35.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Santo Domingo to SCL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
You can book a direct flight from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) leaving from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ).
Arajet is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport departing from SDQ.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Santo Domingo to SCL leaving from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from central Santo Domingo to SDQ is approximately 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
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Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)? Check out the fares departing from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
Take a direct flight from Santo Domingo to SCL with Arajet. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of JBQ.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, check out these options when taking off from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to JBQ from central Santo Domingo in around 27 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away.
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About Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
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Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Santiago. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
$356 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Return flights start from $787. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Score flight tickets from Santo Domingo to SCL by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when prices drop. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from Santo Domingo to SCL.
Customise your journey by applying filters. Choose the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Santiago, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Santiago. January is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Santo Domingo to SCL during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Santo Domingo to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 15ºC on average.
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