Flying from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): What you need to know
Dubai has two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) heading out from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago. The city is in the UTC-3 timezone and is seven hours behind Dubai.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Dubai to SCL. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to SCL departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
74.31% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport land at their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Dubai to SCL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
56.64% of flights departing Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SCL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santiago and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Central Santiago is around 13 kilometres from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
$1,213 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Return flights start at $1,777. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Dubai to SCL if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
May is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Santiago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Dubai to SCL flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in July when temperatures are between -2ºC and 15ºC.
More about Santiago
Start your Santiago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Santiago wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Gran Torre Santiago, Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Iglesia Cristo Redentor.
Explore more of Chile
Talca is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santiago. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include 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, consider Curicó, about 177 kilometres south of Santiago. La Familia Park, Plaza De Los Venados and Plaza De Armas are highlights.