Flying from Bucharest to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL): What you need to know
Santiago is five hours behind Bucharest. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is located in Santiago, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bucharest to SCL, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Bucharest to SCL that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between OTP and SCL include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
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When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
About Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SCL:
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Getting from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Central Santiago is around 16 kilometres from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport is 558 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 832 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bucharest to SCL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Bucharest to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
September is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL), while February is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Santiago based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Bucharest to SCL plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santiago to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Santiago
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There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Gran Torre Santiago, Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Iglesia Cristo Redentor are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Santiago itinerary.
Explore more of Chile
Santiago has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Chile just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south of Santiago, a visit to Talca will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Plaza la unión (Ex plaza Cienfuegos), Teatro Regional del Maule and Patio de los naranjos.
Curicó is another standout destination in Chile and is around 177 kilometres south of Santiago. No journey is complete without experiencing La Familia Park, Plaza De Los Venados and Plaza De Armas.