Travelling from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Santiago three hours ahead of Regina.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YQR to SCL flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Regina International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,342. A return fare is currently ر.ق. 2,586. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YQR to SCL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Regina International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
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Handy information about Regina International Airport (YQR)
Of the flights that depart from Regina International Airport, 58.83% land on schedule at their destination.
Regina International Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Regina. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to YQR? If you've booked an early flight from Regina International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Regina International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Pick up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and explore Santiago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to central Santiago has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Regina International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santiago. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Regina International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to explore Santiago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YQR 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 has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Chile waiting to be discovered. Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a trip to Vina del Mar will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Chile, consider 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.
