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At Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL), there is a chapel located on the first level of the airport lobby. It’s open 24 hours and provides a Sunday Mass service at 11:00.

You can find car hire companies at the airport on Level 1, Gate 2. These include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Chilean Rent a Car, Econorent, Europcar, Mitta, Rosselot, Sixt and United.

There is a 24-hour currency exchange service in two locations at the airport. You can find them at the Level 1 public hall and Level 3, Door 5.

There are several buses as well as taxis that can take you into the city centre. However, for those looking for a cheap and quick way, we suggest the Sydney Airport Link train that runs between the city and the airport throughout the day. For anyone looking to get into downtown Sydney without a hassle, this is the way.

Of the main airlines that service the route from Sydney to Santiago, we recommend business travellers fly with Qantas Airways for their business amenities such as their Wi-Fi bundles, as well as their Club Lounge available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD). Alternatively, LATAM Airlines has a Pay-to-Use VIP Lounge at Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) where anyone can relax and unwind.

For travellers arriving into Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) late and wanting to find somewhere close, the Holiday Inn Santiago Airport Terminal is our recommendation for those looking to be right next to the airport.

If you plan on arriving into Sydney late or wish to stay close by to avoid the hassle of journeying to the airport in the morning, we recommend staying at the Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel. Located just opposite the international terminal and with a free shuttle bus to the domestic terminals, Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel is our choice for anyone looking for accommodation near the airport.

There are a variety of basic and executive taxis which can pick you up from the airport. However, we recommend catching the bus as it is generally the cheaper option. Look for bus companies TurBus and Centropuerto to take you into Santiago city centre.

Among airlines operating Sydney to Santiago flights:

• LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

2 airlines operate flights between Sydney and Santiago. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• LATAM Airlines
• Qantas Airways

Flights from Sydney to Santiago usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

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
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

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

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at $2,179 return and stopover options via Auckland Intl (AKL) at $2,162.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $126–$140 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

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

• Melbourne (MEL) – 79% of one-stop connections
• Auckland Intl (AKL) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 1% of one-stop connections

Melbourne (MEL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Sydney to Santiago route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $2,063 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,309, a difference of $246. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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 Sydney to Santiago route, 29% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 40 minutes.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Sydney to Santiago flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

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

• Earliest: departs at 10:35 and lands at 23:16
• Latest: departs at 12:45 and lands at 01:26.

The flight takes about 12h 41m.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 5% above the route average of $2,165. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from Sydney to Santiago takes 12h 41m, covering 18,239 km.

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.

One-way fares from Sydney to Santiago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,352, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 05m, compared to 19h 32m via Auckland Intl (AKL) and 36h 39m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

Santiago is 13 hours behind Sydney (Chile Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $8 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Lucano
• United Rent-A-Car
• Rosselot
• FlexWays
• Alamo

Return flights from Sydney to Santiago range from $1,926 to $2,547, with an average of $2,165 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,926 counts as a good deal.