Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is 11 hours behind Perth.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PER to SCL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Perth Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a popular stopover on the PER to SCL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
$1,376 is the lowest price for a one-way Perth Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Return flights start at $2,254. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PER to SCL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Perth Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PER to SCL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Perth Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Perth Airport, 73.04% of flights complete their journey on time.
Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Perth. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Perth Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to PER:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you have a late Perth Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SCL:
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 you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Santiago. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Perth Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Perth Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to go to Santiago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PER to SCL in July. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Valparaiso is another must-experience destination in Chile and is around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. No trip is complete without dropping by Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.