Flying from Cancun Airport (CUN) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, making Santiago two hours ahead of Cancun.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your CUN to SCL flight.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
LATAM Airlines is your ticket to exploring Santiago (and perhaps some other great parts of Chile!). Browse the direct flights from Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is LATAM Airlines.
The most punctual carrier offering CUN to SCL flights is LATAM Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 72.73% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CUN and SCL include:
Miami International Airport
Lima Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun Airport (CUN) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is 184 €. A round-trip fare is currently 391 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from CUN to SCL by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Landing cheap flights from CUN to SCL is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Cancun Airport (CUN)
Cancun Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from CUN reach their destination without delay.
To reach Cancun Airport from central Cancun, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near CUN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're arriving on a late Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SCL:
Pick up a Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car and discover Santiago and beyond with your own wheels. Rosselot, united rent a car and Street Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks ahead.
When to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CUN to SCL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Reñaca beach, Playa El Sol and Playa Blanca.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another essential stop in Chile. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Murales de Valpo, Mirador and Catedral Saint Paul.

