Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located in Santiago. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Philadelphia is one hour behind Santiago.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SCL to Philadelphia flight.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from SCL to Philadelphia, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
SCL is about 13 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near SCL. Whether you have an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Philadelphia or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SCL arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.58% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Philadelphia
ج.م. 13,787 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return flight ticket right now is ج.م. 26,514. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SCL to Philadelphia. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Philadelphia across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Philadelphia. Book one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your flight from SCL to Philadelphia.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
The centre of Philadelphia is about 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Philadelphia has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Following your SCL to Philadelphia flight, kick back at a hotel near TTN. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Before scheduling your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Philadelphia, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Philadelphia offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SCL to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
After booking your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Philadelphia, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are top sights which should be on every Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without seeing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
