Flying from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) taking off from here.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago. The city follows the UTC-3 timezone and is four hours ahead of Phoenix.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Phoenix to SCL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Travelling from central Phoenix to SCF takes around 1 hour 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Split up your flight from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and SCL are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in around 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport the day before your Phoenix to SCL flight:
The majority of flights that leave Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport land at their destination as planned. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82.57%.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Is around AZA 56 kilometres from central Phoenix. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rating of AZA is 78.65%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SCL:
Travel at your own speed with an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and experience more of Santiago and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Santiago. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
P23,443 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Return flights start at P54,319. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to SCL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Santiago. July is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
When booking your Phoenix to SCL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Santiago
Start your Santiago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your Santiago trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Gran Torre Santiago, Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Iglesia Cristo Redentor.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Chile just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south of Santiago, a visit to Talca will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights 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.
