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

• Earliest: departs at 12:18 am and lands at 4:09 am
• Latest: departs at 11:36 pm and lands at 3:27 am.

The flight takes about 3h 51m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Santiago to Lima takes 3h 51m, 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 Santiago to Lima range from $203 to $292, with an average of $243 over the past 12 months. Anything below $203 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $243 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $242 round-trip and layover options via Cusco Velazco Astete (CUZ) at $245.

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 Santiago to Lima flights are:

• Sky Airline: 94% on time
• LATAM Airlines: 90% on time
• JetSMART: 87% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 90% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $17–$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 A321neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Santiago to Lima flights, with 39% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 30%, afternoon flights for 16%, and night flights for 15%.

One-way fares from Santiago to Lima are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $114, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

Lima J Chavez Intl Airport (LIM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Sixt
• Hertz
• Budget
• FlexWays

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

Afternoon 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 Santiago to Lima route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 09m.

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

• Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) - 48% of one-stop connections
• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Cusco Velazco Astete (CUZ) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Cordoba Pajas Blancas (COR) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Santiago to Lima. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $237 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $250, a difference of $13.

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 Santiago and Lima. 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 8h 18m, compared with 9h 06m via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) and 14h 14m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Lima are Estadio Universidad San Marcos, National Stadium and Plaza Mayor. These are among the most viewed places in Lima on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Santiago to Lima flights:

• 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:

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

One of the first Asian airlines to commit to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 is Cathay Pacific. They accomplish this by leading the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, investing in cutting-edge technology and energy-efficient aircraft, lowering ground emissions, offsetting their carbon emissions, and all of the above.

Copa Airlines, a common carrier for Santiago to Lima flights, allows up to two bags for Economy Full and all Business classes. COPA Airlines restricts checked bags to a size limit of 62 linear inches in total dimension. Economy passengers (Basic, Classic, and Full) have a maximum weight limit of 50 lbs, while Business Class passengers (Promo and Full) can have bags weighing up to 70 lbs.

LIM is approximately 7 miles from Lima, so passengers can use public transport like buses and taxis or private cars to travel to Downtown Lima. Lima Airport Taxis are the most common mode of transportation between the airport and the city center. Depending on traffic, a cab trip can cost up to €15 and take up to 30 minutes.

After landing at Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), passengers from Santiago to Lima can explore other cities neighboring the airport. Some nearest cities to LIM include San Miguel, La Perla, Bellavista, and La Punta. These cities are in close proximity to the airport and offer various amenities and attractions for visitors.