Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Budapest.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your BUD to SCL flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BUD and SCL:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is P34,957. A return plane ticket is currently P53,436. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BUD to SCL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BUD to SCL.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
When it comes to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.48% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport from central Budapest, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel close to BUD? If you've booked an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and explore beyond Santiago's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to the centre of Santiago has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Santiago. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUD to SCL in July. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
You've visited Santiago, now it's time to explore other parts of Chile. Travel about 97 kilometres north-west to Vina del Mar to tick off its top attractions. From La Foresta de Reñaca Park to Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Valparaiso is another well-known destination in Chile and is around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. No journey is complete without a visit to Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.