Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago is eight hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MAA to SCL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chennai Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Many passengers pass through London Heathrow Airport when flying between MAA and SCL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
ر.ق. 3,310 is the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 5,409. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAA to SCL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Chennai Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, data shows 76.04% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MAA:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SCL:
Go where the road takes you with an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and discover more of Santiago and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
From Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, Santiago is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Santiago based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to SCL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 15ºC on average.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Chile just waiting to be discovered. About 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a trip to Vina del Mar will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
If you're looking to explore another side of Chile, head for Valparaiso, roughly 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso are key reasons to visit.
