Traveling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is ten hours ahead of Santiago, where Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your SCL to Bangkok flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're traveling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SCL to Bangkok with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The journey from central Santiago to SCL takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near SCL? If you've booked an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Bangkok, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
82.58% of flights leaving Arturo Merino Benitez Airport land at their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SCL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Bangkok
$766 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Bangkok flight. Return plane tickets start at $1,203. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from SCL to Bangkok, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Bangkok ticket.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 20 miles from central Bangkok. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from SCL to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is around 17 miles from the center of Bangkok. Following your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 5 minutes.
After stepping off your SCL to Bangkok flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DMK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at DMK can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Bangkok. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Bangkok in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 79ºF and 99ºF. Lock in your Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Bangkok plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
December sees average temperatures of between 66ºF and 91ºF. Search for a cheap ticket from SCL to Bangkok around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bangkok right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Bangkok:
Wat Arun and Grand Palace are a couple of top attractions to add to your Bangkok to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be explored. About 290 miles north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 140 miles north-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without visiting Art and Culture Center, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
