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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio De Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio De Janeiro

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio De Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Santiago to Rio De Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,356
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week113

Finding cheap flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio De Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio De Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio De Janeiro is R 4,426. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio De Janeiro.
Delta, LATAM Airlines and LATAM Airlines Peru fly direct from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio De Janeiro.
As of April 2025, there are 111 flights per week flying from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio De Janeiro is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio De Janeiro is Rio De Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from R 4,426.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio De Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio De Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, JetSmart offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio De Janeiro.

Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 45 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Santiago (the location of Arturo Merino Benitez Airport) and Rio De Janeiro are in the same timezone — UTC-3.

  • The most popular route is from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). You can choose from 60 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SCL to GIG is the 03:45 Sky Airline option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 18:35 with LATAM Airlines.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from SCL to Rio De Janeiro, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.

  • Direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Rio De Janeiro are available for booking. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is where you'll disembark.

  • You can choose from various carriers operating direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro, including:

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SCL to Rio De Janeiro. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)

    • Carrasco International Airport (MVD)

  • If you have a passport from Chile and want to travel to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • SCL is about 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 14 minutes.

  • After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near SCL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Rio De Janeiro

  • R 2,356 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Return flights start from R 4,426. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • Book 1 month before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SCL to Rio De Janeiro.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro is September. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from SCL to Rio De Janeiro is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro takes around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Central Rio De Janeiro is about 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 3 minutes.

  • Public transport will get you there in approximately 16 minutes.

  • There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from SCL to Rio De Janeiro at one of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro in May when it's quieter.

  • Before you book a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SCL to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.

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