Flying from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago is two hours ahead of Bucaramanga and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your BGA to SCL flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Palonegro International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BGA and SCL:
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
253 € is the lowest price for a one-way Palonegro International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Return flights start at 414 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BGA to SCL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Palonegro International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Palonegro International Airport, 64.49% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Palonegro International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Bucaramanga. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Palonegro International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near BGA:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Consider staying in a hotel near SCL if you're taking a late Palonegro International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and explore beyond Santiago's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
From Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, Santiago is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Santiago. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BGA to SCL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be explored once you've seen Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Valparaiso is another sought-after destination in Chile and is around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. No trip is complete without dropping by Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.