Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
To see if you need a visa to enter Chile, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from YVR to SCL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
$265 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Return flights start at $509. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from YVR to SCL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 9 miles from the center of Vancouver, Vancouver International Airport can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 33 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your journey? Stay near YVR. Whether you're on an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SCL:
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 12 miles from central Santiago. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 14 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Santiago in May.
When reserving your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 55ºF to 81ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from YVR to SCL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 28ºF and 59ºF on average.
More about Santiago
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Santiago right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from YVR to SCL:
Cerro San Cristobal and La Moneda Palace are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Santiago itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Plaza de Armas.
Complete your Santiago trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Santiago vacation.