Rio De Janeiro to Santiago flights
Direct and connecting flights from Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Rio De Janeiro to Santiago take?
Flight time from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Santiago (SCL) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Rio De Janeiro to Santiago?
Airline availability for GIG to SCL changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Santiago?
Direct (nonstop) availability on GIG to SCL varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- LAN Airlines5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- Sky Airline5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Atlas Air5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| LAN Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Sky Airline | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Atlas Air | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning GIG → SCL
GIG to SCL is a medium-haul route of 2,934 km (1,823 mi). See the return SCL → GIG route.
Alternative airports near Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro (SDU) — 14 km, Nova Iguacu (QNV) — 23 km, Rio De Janeiro (SNZ) — 50 km.
Alternative airports near Santiago: Vina del Mar (KNA) — 81 km, Rancagua (QRC) — 87 km.