Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
14 hours 33 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Melbourne is 14 hours ahead of Santiago and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Each week, there are 3 flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 00:45 LATAM Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight from SCL to MEL is 12:30 with LATAM Airlines.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Finding a stopover for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all the available options. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a sought-after stopover when flying from SCL to MEL.
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Australia. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from SCL to MEL, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Book a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 14 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SCL:
More about Melbourne
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from SCL to MEL:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top sights which should feature on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 42 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is $991. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,669. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 6 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SCL to MEL.
The cheapest month for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
Before locking in your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SCL to MEL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.