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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lima to Santiago:

• Earliest: departs at 12:05 am and lands at 3:38 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 3:28 am.

The flight takes about 3h 33m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Lima to Santiago:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Lima to Santiago takes 3h 33m, covering 1,529 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Lima to Santiago range from $205 to $290, with an average of $247 over the past 12 months. Anything below $205 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $247 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $246 round-trip, compared to $330 via a layover through Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP).

Sky Airline is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while LATAM Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Lima to Santiago flights are:

• Sky Airline: 96% on time
• LATAM Airlines: 91% on time
• JetSMART: 86% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 91% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $18–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines and JetSMART. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on Lima to Santiago flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 20%, afternoon flights for 20%, and evening flights for 10%.

One-way fares from Lima to Santiago are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $139.

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Lucano
• United Rent-A-Car
• Rosselot
• FlexWays
• Alamo

Flights from Lima to Santiago usually depart from Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) and arrive at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Lima to Santiago route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 10m.

One-stop flights from Lima to Santiago most commonly connect through:

• Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) - 65% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Cordoba Pajas Blancas (COR) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Cusco Velazco Astete (CUZ) - 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Lima to Santiago. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $242 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $260, a difference of $18.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Lima and Santiago. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• LATAM Airlines
• Sky Airline
• JetSMART

Flying via Cusco Velazco Astete (CUZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 11h 06m via Cordoba Pajas Blancas (COR) and 13h 28m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

Santiago is 2 hours ahead of Lima (Chile Time vs Peru Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Santiago are Estadio Nacional Julio Martinez Pradanos, Espacio Riesco Convention and Exhibition Center and Costanera Center. These are among the most viewed places in Santiago on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Lima to Santiago flights:

• JetSMART: offers free seat selection
• Sky Airline: offers free seat selection
• LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• JetSMART: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Sky Airline: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

LIM airport has multiple fast food options, cafés, food stores and restaurants where you can sit, eat and drink or grab a snack in the main terminal. You can consider visiting Papa John’s restaurant to dine before your flight times. Moreover, grab a burger or quality coffee at Caffe Lindo for your flight.

Yes. The SCL airport has a chapel in the Airport lobby on the first level. The chapel offers a serene space for prayers and meditations. Christian services including Sunday Mass, are held every Sunday from 11 am. It is open 24h daily and serves all travelers.

SCL airport hosts a dental clinic accessible to all travelers. The clinic is located on the second level of the East roundabout and is open daily from 9 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 7 pm. The SCL also offers emergency care found in the Airport Lobby on the Landside open for 24h.

Yes. LIM airport hosts several lounges where you can relax while waiting for your flight. VIP Club Lounge is located on level 2 of the Domestic Concourse. You can consider relaxing at Hanaq VIP Lounge found in the International Concourse, which offers facilities such as printers, copiers, a children's area, conference rooms, and showers.