Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To see all your options, just uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is a top stopover on the SCL to CPT route.
Before organizing your cheap ticket from SCL to CPT, check whether you need a visa to enter South Africa. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cape Town International Airport is $767. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,041. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SCL to CPT if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 19 kilometers from central Santiago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 14 minutes.
Got an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SCL:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cape Town International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CPT:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the most popular month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Cape Town in April.
Book your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SCL to CPT around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cape Town
Once you've locked in your flights from SCL to CPT, you'll need to find a place to stay in Cape Town. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are must-visits when exploring Cape Town.
Complete your Cape Town trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Cape Town International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Cape Town trip.
