Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is three hours behind Edinburgh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your EDI to SCL flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between EDI and SCL include:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Currently, $783 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,421. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to SCL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from EDI to SCL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Book a hotel close to SCL if you're taking a late Edinburgh Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and explore Santiago and beyond with your own wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to central Santiago has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santiago. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to explore Santiago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EDI to SCL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Chile you'll want to see. About 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a visit to Vina del Mar will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
If you're ready 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 highlights.