Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago is five hours behind Riga and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RIX to SCL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RIX and SCL include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
At the moment, ج.م. 26,388 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 40,143. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIX to SCL if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RIX to SCL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights taking off from Riga International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Riga to Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near RIX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Riga International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Reserve a hotel near SCL if you're taking a late Riga International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and see more of Santiago and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to the centre of Santiago has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Santiago in April.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport for January if you want to visit Santiago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RIX to SCL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Chile
You've seen Santiago, now it's time to discover other parts of Chile. Travel about 97 kilometres north-west to Vina del Mar to tick off its popular sights. From La Foresta de Reñaca Park to Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another favourite stop in Chile. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.
