Flying from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
You can select from a number of airports when planning a flight from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
14 hours 37 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Santiago is 3 hours behind London. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
With 5 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is the busiest route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 21:55. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from LHR to SCL is with British Airways at 22:15.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to SCL, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Fly without interruptions from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) operate from here.
When taking off from LHR, you can catch a direct flight from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport with British Airways.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from London to SCL departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
LHR is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Looking to fly out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? You can reserve a direct flight from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) out of this busy hub.
From LGW, direct flights from London to SCL can be booked with British Airways.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between London Gatwick Airport and SCL:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can reach LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to SCL, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Book a hotel near SCL if you're taking a late flight from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to the centre of Santiago is around 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 1 hour and 14 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
For a one-way ticket from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, Rs99,436 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just Rs227,773. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
It's best to book 8 months before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from London to SCL around that time.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the busiest month for flights from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Santiago in May when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from London to SCL for January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santiago to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Santiago
Once you've booked your flight from London to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santiago:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Santiago is to check out its popular attractions. Some highlights include Cerro San Cristobal, La Moneda Palace and Plaza de Armas.
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