Flying from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 35 minutes.
Santiago is two hours ahead of Panama City and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Every week, there are 49 Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, opt for the 11:44 Copa Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:33 with Copa Airlines.
To ensure you get on your PTY to SCL flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Copa Airlines has direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Santiago — and maybe even more of Chile if you have time.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Copa Airlines.
Copa Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for PTY to SCL flights, with 83.72% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between PTY and SCL:
Jorge Chavez International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Ministro Pistarini Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Currently, 251 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 462 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from PTY to SCL, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that depart PTY reach their destination without delay.
Tocumen International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to PTY? If you're boarding an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're coming in on a late Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SCL:
Hit the road running 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.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
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'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Santiago in April.
When booking your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PTY to SCL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of 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.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Chile, consider Valparaiso, roughly 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago. Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso are highlights.
