Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport is 2 hours.
Santiago and Buenos Aires share the same timezone, UTC-3.
Take your pick of 85 weekly Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport flights. The 00:25 departure with Sky Airline is the earliest you can take. Aerolineas Argentinas operates the last service of the day at 22:50.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SCL to EZE flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport, so getting to Buenos Aires (and then seeing more of Argentina!) is a breeze. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Aerolineas Argentinas.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates SCL to EZE flights, with 77.64% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SCL and EZE:
El Plumerillo International Airport
San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
At the moment, R 802 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,144. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book eight months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SCL to EZE.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SCL to EZE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SCL arrive at their destination as scheduled 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, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to SCL:
Arriving at Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Reserve a hotel near EZE if you're on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and experience more of Buenos Aires and beyond.
Booking your ride from Ministro Pistarini Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) to central Buenos Aires
Ministro Pistarini Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
When to fly to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Buenos Aires. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ministro Pistarini Airport for January if you'd like to explore Buenos Aires during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCL to EZE in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to explore other parts of Argentina. Travel around 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to tick off its top sights. From Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument) to Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires, La Plata is another essential stop in Argentina. Start your sightseeing at Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.