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

• Earliest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 4:00 am
• Latest: departs at 11:10 pm and lands at 4:10 am.

The flight takes about 5h.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Quito to Santiago:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Quito to Santiago takes 5h, covering 2,349 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 Quito to Santiago range from $436 to $590, with an average of $518 over the past 12 months. Anything below $436 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $518 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $476 round-trip via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM), compared to $628 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $60–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $328 to $1,400. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Quito to Santiago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $406, which is 29% above the typical average for this route.

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $36 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

Flights from Quito to Santiago usually depart from Quito Mariscal Sucr (UIO) and arrive at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

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

• Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) - 73% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo (GYE) - 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Quito to Santiago. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $473 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $576, a difference of $103.

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

Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between Quito and Santiago.

Flying via Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo (GYE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 27m, compared with 10h 05m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) and 10h 21m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

Santiago is 2 hours ahead of Quito (Chile Time vs Ecuador 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 Quito to Santiago flights:

• LATAM Airlines: 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:

• 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.