Traveling from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Monterrey. Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) departing from here.
The timezone in Santiago is UTC-3, which is three hours ahead of Monterrey. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Monterrey to SCL. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travelers during high season, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Monterrey to SCL departing from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
MTY is around 31 kilometers from central Monterrey. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport:
When it comes to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
About Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Have a late flight from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near SCL and hit the lights earlier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and explore beyond Santiago's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
The center of Santiago is roughly 13 kilometers from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Right now, $232 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $477. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Monterrey to SCL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). Visit Santiago in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Monterrey to SCL plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santiago to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in July when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Santiago
After booking your flight from Monterrey to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santiago:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Santiago when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Gran Torre Santiago followed by Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Iglesia Cristo Redentor.
Explore more of Chile
Talca is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be discovered after you've seen Santiago. Around 241 kilometers away to the south, check out popular attractions including Plaza la unión (Ex plaza Cienfuegos), Teatro Regional del Maule and Patio de los naranjos.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Chile, head for Curicó, roughly 177 kilometers south of Santiago. La Familia Park, Plaza De Los Venados and Plaza De Armas are among its highlights.
