Flying from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is three hours ahead of Salt Lake City.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SLC to SCL flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SLC and SCL include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
$605 is the best price for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,118. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SLC to SCL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
SLC's address is 776 North Terminal Drive.
82.4% of flights leaving Salt Lake City International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SLC.
To reach Salt Lake City International Airport from central Salt Lake City, it takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SLC. Whether you have an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Reserve a hotel near SCL if you're on a late Salt Lake City International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santiago and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Santiago. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Santiago. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SLC to SCL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
You've seen Santiago, now it's time to explore more of Chile. Journey around 97 kilometres north-west to Vina del Mar to check off its must-visit sights. From La Foresta de Reñaca Park to Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Chile, head for Valparaiso, about 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso are key highlights.
