Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, making Santiago four hours ahead of Portland.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PDX to SCL flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to 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 Portland International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between PDX and SCL:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
At the moment, 326 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 684 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from PDX to SCL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Portland International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 83.65% of flights that take off from PDX reach their destination on time.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near PDX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Portland International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
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 top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks ahead.
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.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Portland International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to go to Santiago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PDX to SCL in July if you like 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 cities in Chile waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Valparaiso is another well-known destination in Chile and is around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. No journey is complete without dropping by Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.