Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Santiago four hours behind Frankfurt.
To ensure you get on your FRA to SCL flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between FRA and SCL:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
$554 is currently the best price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Return flights start at $845. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from FRA to SCL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Of all flights leaving Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to FRA:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Book a hotel near SCL if you have a late Frankfurt Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and discover Santiago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks before traveling.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
From Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, Santiago is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Santiago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you'd like to visit Santiago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA 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 taken in the sights of Santiago. Around 97 kilometers away to the north-west, well-known attractions include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Around 97 kilometers north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another essential stop in Chile. No visit is complete without checking out Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.
