Traveling from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): What you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Columbus. John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) out of here.
Santiago is one hour ahead of Columbus. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Columbus to SCL, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Columbus to SCL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Take a break from traveling at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
CMH is around 13 kilometers from central Columbus. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, 79.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can reach LCK from central Columbus in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 26 kilometers or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Columbus to SCL flight is easier when you stay near Rickenbacker International Airport. If you have an early departure, Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.14%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
About Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santiago and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to the center of Santiago is about 13 kilometers. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Right now, AED 1,316 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,963. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Columbus to SCL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). Visit Santiago in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Columbus to SCL flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Santiago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Santiago right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Columbus to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport:
Your Santiago visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Gran Torre Santiago, Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos and Iglesia Cristo Redentor.
Explore more of Chile
You've visited Santiago, now it's time to discover other parts of Chile. Travel around 241 kilometers south to Talca to tick off its top sights. From Plaza la unión (Ex plaza Cienfuegos) to Teatro Regional del Maule and Patio de los naranjos, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometers south of Santiago, Curicó is another favorite stop in Chile. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to La Familia Park, Plaza De Los Venados and Plaza De Armas.