Flying from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is 3 hours 41 minutes. Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Santiago 2 hours ahead of Lima.
Every week, there are 525 flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. The earliest departure from LIM to SCL is at 00:05 and the latest is at 23:30.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
Sky Airline is your ticket to exploring Santiago (and maybe even some other great parts of Chile!). Check out the direct flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the LIM - SCL route are:
Ministro Pistarini Airport
Trujillo Airport
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Chile. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before organizing your cheap ticket from LIM to SCL, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is $72. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $156. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 8 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LIM to SCL.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Jorge Chavez International Airport is around 10 kilometers from central Lima. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LIM:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SCL if you're on a late flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from central Santiago. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 14 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Santiago in May.
Lock in your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to go to Santiago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LIM to SCL sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Santiago
As soon as you've booked your flights from LIM to SCL, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Santiago. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Cerro San Cristobal, La Moneda Palace and Plaza de Armas are essential stops on your Santiago itinerary.
Complete your Santiago trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Santiago.
