Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Around 8 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 3 hours behind Santiago.
The busiest route is from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Choose from 19 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SCL to MEX is the 00:10 LATAM Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 23:25 with Aeromexico.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from SCL to Mexico City.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City. Begin your journey at SCL and end it at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Be on the lookout for offers from LATAM Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from SCL to Mexico City. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can visit Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Chile. But before booking your flight tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Santiago, SCL can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 14 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to SCL? If you're catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Mexico City
C$272 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City. Return flights start at C$644. These prices can change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from SCL to Mexico City by booking 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City is October. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 57 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Villa Granada is one accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Make yourself at home here after your flight from SCL to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City. July is the most popular month to visit Mexico City. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from SCL to Mexico City in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Mexico City, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
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