Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
The timezone in Perth is UTC+8, which is 11 hours ahead of Santiago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your SCL to PER flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SCL and PER include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Perth Airport (PER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport flight is RM4,478. A return ticket is currently RM7,990. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SCL to PER, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SCL to PER.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SCL land on schedule 82.58% of the time.
Central Santiago to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SCL? If you're boarding an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
Reserve a hotel close to PER if you're on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Perth Airport rental car and discover Perth and beyond with your own wheels. SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals and No birds are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Perth Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Perth. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Perth based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Perth Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Perth, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SCL to PER in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Rockingham is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Perth. Around 40 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Penguin Island, The Catalpa Memorial and Point Peron.
Around 64 kilometres south of Perth, Mandurah is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Emma Blyth Gallery, Dolphin Quay and Len Howard Conservation Park.