Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 15 minutes.
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Santiago three hours ahead of Mexico City.
Flights from MEX to SCL start at 07:30 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The last departure is at 19:50 with LATAM Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 19 weekly Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your MEX to SCL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Aeromexico is your ticket to exploring Santiago (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Chile!). Check out the direct flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with Aeromexico on this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MEX to SCL flights. An impressive 94.55% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MEX and SCL:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is Rs68,459. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs122,992. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book nine months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEX to SCL.
The cheapest month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX land on time.
To reach Benito Juarez International Airport from central Mexico City, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MEX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Grab an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and discover Santiago and beyond with your own wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Santiago. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Santiago based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEX to SCL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Chile waiting to be explored. Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a visit to Vina del Mar will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
If you want to check out another major destination in Chile, head for Valparaiso, about 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso are the start of reasons to visit.
