Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Trujillo Airport (TRU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport is 4 hours 25 minutes.
Trujillo is two hours behind Santiago and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Choose from three weekly Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport flights. The 11:04 departure with JetSMART is the earliest flight available. JetSMART operates the latest service of the day at 12:04.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SCL to TRU flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flying into Trujillo (and then exploring more of Peru!) is a cinch with JetSMART. This popular airline offers direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is JetSMART.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport. Jorge Chavez International Airport is a top stopover on the SCL to TRU route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Trujillo Airport (TRU)
Currently, $178 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $318. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from SCL to TRU by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SCL to TRU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
82.58% of flights leaving Arturo Merino Benitez Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from SCL.
To get to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport from central Santiago, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SCL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Trujillo Airport (TRU)
Book a hotel near TRU if you have a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go beyond Trujillo and discover places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Trujillo Airport rental car from Street Rent a Car.
Reserving your vehicle from Trujillo Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Trujillo Airport (TRU) to central Trujillo
Trujillo Airport to central Trujillo has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Trujillo Airport (TRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Trujillo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Trujillo Airport for February if you'd like to visit Trujillo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 27ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 13ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SCL to TRU sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Trujillo, now it's time to discover other parts of Peru. Journey around 483 kilometres south-east to Lima to check off its top sights. From Machu Picchu Park to Plaza de Armas and Huaca Pucllana, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Peru, head for Callao, roughly 483 kilometres south-east of Trujillo. Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park, Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima are among its highlights.