Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Wellington is 16 hours ahead of Santiago and is in the UTC+13 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SCL to WLG flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Wellington International Airport. Many passengers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport when flying between SCL and WLG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Wellington International Airport flight is 995 €. A round-trip fare right now is 1.181 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SCL to WLG if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Wellington International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Wellington International Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
82.58% of flights leaving Arturo Merino Benitez Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from SCL.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near SCL:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near WLG instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Wellington International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and explore beyond Wellington's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Wellington International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
From Wellington International Airport, Wellington is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Wellington. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Wellington International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Wellington, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SCL to WLG in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Wellington. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington, Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand. Start your sightseeing at Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
