Traveling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
If you're flying during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
To break up your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the SCL - RDU route are:
Tocumen International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
C$529 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Return flights start from C$867. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap flight tickets from SCL to RDU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SCL to RDU. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Traveling from central Santiago to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 14 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near SCL? If you're catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Reserve a hotel near RDU if you're catching a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Durham. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Durham in May.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCL to RDU in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Durham
After booking your flights from SCL to RDU, you'll want to find a place to stay in Durham. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Duke University Chapel and DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center are must-have experiences during your Durham visit.
Complete your Durham trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Durham escape.
