Travelling from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago is two hours ahead of St Louis and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your STL to SCL flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between STL and SCL:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
$1,073 is the lowest price for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,497. These prices may change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from STL to SCL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from STL to SCL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
When it comes to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.04% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is around 26 kilometres from central St Louis. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near STL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Book a hotel close to SCL if you're on a late Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and explore Santiago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to central Santiago has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Santiago. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you'd like to go to Santiago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from STL to SCL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 15ºC on average.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Chile you should also see. Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a visit to Vina del Mar will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
If there's time to check out another corner of Chile, consider Valparaiso, roughly 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso are key highlights.