Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC one hour behind Santiago.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SCL to DCA flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SCL and DCA:
Miami International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
257 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. A return flight starts at 464 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SCL to DCA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SCL arrive on schedule 82.58% of the time.
Central Santiago to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SCL:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Reserve a hotel near DCA if you're catching a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and experience more of Washington DC and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Ronald Reagan National Airport to the centre of Washington DC has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Washington DC. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SCL to DCA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
