Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago is three hours ahead of San Salvador and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SAL to SCL flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from El Salvador International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAL and SCL:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Right now, ر.ق. 950 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 1,729. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAL to SCL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from SAL to SCL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from El Salvador International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
El Salvador International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SAL arrive at their destination as scheduled 84.27% of the time.
El Salvador International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central San Salvador. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SAL:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Book a hotel near SCL if you're taking a late El Salvador International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to the centre of Santiago has a drive time of about 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)
July is the most popular month for flights from El Salvador International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Santiago in April.
Book your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you'd like to visit Santiago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SAL to SCL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another favourite stop in Chile. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.
