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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Sydney to Santiago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,951
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time12 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez is $1,951. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.
LATAM Airlines and Qantas fly direct from Sydney to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.
As of February 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Sydney to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport on Sunday, 27 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santiago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know

  • 12 hours 39 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Santiago is 14 hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC-3 timezone.

  • Every week, there are 11 flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you'd like to be on board early, select the 01:40 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from SYD to SCL is 14:25 with Qantas.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Visiting Santiago (and then seeing more of Chile!) is straightforward with Qantas. This popular airline runs direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

  • If you want to visit a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a popular stop between SYD and SCL.

  • Before getting your cheap ticket from SYD to SCL, check if you need a visa to enter Chile. Visa and travel document requirements may differ and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're travelling to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • $1,060 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. A return flight starts at $1,951. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap flight tickets from SYD to SCL, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SYD to SCL. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 27 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago

  • Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Santiago. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 14 minutes.

When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santiago. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.

  • The warmest month in Santiago is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from SYD to SCL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Santiago

  • If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Santiago right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from SYD to SCL:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Cerro San Cristobal, La Moneda Palace and Plaza de Armas are must-visits when exploring Santiago.

Complete your Santiago trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Santiago holiday.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.