Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago is one hour ahead of Detroit and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DTW to SCL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DTW and SCL:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is $482. A round-trip ticket is currently $1,180. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from DTW to SCL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DTW to SCL.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to DTW:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and discover more of Santiago and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to the centre of Santiago has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to go to Santiago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DTW to SCL in July. Average temperatures are between -2ºC and 15ºC then.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Valparaiso is another favourite destination in Chile and is around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. No journey is complete without a visit to Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.