How to get from SCL to Santiago
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Centropuerto bus (to Pajaritos metro) | CLP 2,200 (€2.20) | 20 min |
| Airport bus TurBus (to Pajaritos / Universidad) | CLP 2,500 (€2.50) | 30 min |
| Taxi (official VipBus / Transvip shared) | CLP 15,000–25,000 (€15–25) | 25–45 min |
| Uber / Cabify | CLP 12,000–22,000 (€12–22) | 25–45 min |
SCL is 22km from centre — Centropuerto bus + Metro is the cheapest CLP 2,200. For evening arrivals or 6+ hour layovers: Uber + Bellavista is the move. Santiago smog can be heavy in winter (May-Sep) — best views on weekends.
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Getting out of Santiago (SCL)
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Arturo Merino Benítez Airport to Santiago cost?
CLP 15,000–25,000 (€15–25) — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from SCL to Santiago?
Centropuerto bus (to Pajaritos metro) at CLP 2,200 (€2.20) — 20 min to central Santiago.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Chile?
Visa-free for most Western, EU, US, Canadian, Australian passports up to 90 days. Chile has no visa-free entry for some Asian + African countries — confirm before traveling.