Traveling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is five hours ahead of Santiago, where Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located. Johannesburg follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your SCL to Johannesburg flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from SCL to Johannesburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Located around 13 kilometers from central Santiago, SCL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SCL:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that take off from SCL land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Johannesburg
The best price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Johannesburg flight is $546. The cheapest price for a return flight is $889. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SCL to Johannesburg. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometers. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Hit the road running by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from SCL to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 48 kilometers from central Johannesburg. After your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
After stepping off your SCL to Johannesburg flight, settle in at a hotel near HLA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Travel to Johannesburg in peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Johannesburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SCL to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Johannesburg right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. About 451 kilometers south-east of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If there's time to check out another great destination in South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometers south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are among its highlights.