Direct (nonstop) flights from Lima to Santiago

3 airlines fly nonstop from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL). It's 1,524 miles (2,452 km), about 3h 35m in the air. Operated by Sky Airline, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

LIM
Jorge Chávez International Airport
🇵🇪 Lima, Peru
SCL
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,524 mi
2,452 km
CO₂/pax
257 kg
−62 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Sky Airline +2
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Sky Airline Sky Airline JetSMART JetSMART LATAM Airlines LATAM Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sky Airline H2 Sky Airline
Route
LIM → SCL
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,524 mi
JetSMART JA JetSMART
Route
LIM → SCL
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,524 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
LIM → SCL
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,524 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lima to Santiago with one stop · direct emits 257 kg CO₂ per passenger

LIM ANF (Antofagasta) SCL
Leg 1: 2h 20m (900 mi) Leg 2: 1h 54m (685 mi) Total: ~4h 14m 🍃 319 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → ANF
2h 20m · 900 mi
View LIM to ANF flights →
Leg 2
ANF → SCL
1h 54m · 685 mi
View ANF to SCL flights →
LIM MDZ (Mendoza) SCL
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,525 mi) Leg 2: 1h (122 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → MDZ
3h 40m · 1,525 mi
View LIM to MDZ flights →
Leg 2
MDZ → SCL
1h · 122 mi
View MDZ to SCL flights →
LIM CUZ (Cuzco) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (364 mi) Leg 2: 3h 20m (1,368 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 323 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → CUZ
1h 25m · 364 mi
View LIM to CUZ flights →
Leg 2
CUZ → SCL
3h 20m · 1,368 mi
View CUZ to SCL flights →
LIM TRU (Trujillo) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (303 mi) Leg 2: 4h 4m (1,821 mi) Total: ~5h 14m 🍃 389 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → TRU
1h 10m · 303 mi
View LIM to TRU flights →
Leg 2
TRU → SCL
4h 4m · 1,821 mi
View TRU to SCL flights →
LIM COR (Cordoba) SCL
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,562 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (410 mi) Total: ~5h 14m 🍃 365 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → COR
3h 40m · 1,562 mi
View LIM to COR flights →
Leg 2
COR → SCL
1h 34m · 410 mi
View COR to SCL flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lima to Santiago?

A nonstop flight from Lima (LIM) to Santiago (SCL) takes approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,524 miles (2,452 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lima to Santiago?

3 airlines: Sky Airline, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lima to Santiago?

Yes. 3 airlines: Sky Airline, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

How far is Lima from Santiago?

The flight distance from Lima to Santiago is 1,524 miles (2,452 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Lima and Santiago?

Santiago is 1 hour ahead of Lima. (America/Lima vs America/Santiago.)

What type of aircraft flies from Lima to Santiago?

At 3h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Peru to Chile?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Chile embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lima to Santiago?

Roughly 257 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,285 km.

Is the return flight from Santiago to Lima also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lima to Santiago?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Jorge Chávez International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.