Traveling Through SCL — Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport serves 2 terminals, 6 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.
📋 Key Facts for Your Trip
Essential info before you fly through SCL
✈️ Airlines at SCL
Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel
| Airline | Terminal(s) |
|---|---|
| LATAM Airlines | Terminal 1Terminal 2 |
| Sky Airline | Terminal 2 |
| JetSMART | Terminal 2 |
| American Airlines | Terminal 1 |
| Delta Air Lines | Terminal 1 |
| Air France | Terminal 1 |
🚗 Getting To & From SCL
Ground transportation options for Santiago
Rail / Train
Metro Line 3 (Línea 3) connects to city center. Bus Turbus and Centropuerto to Santiago.
Bus / Shuttle
Centropuerto and Turbus express buses to Santiago city center
Rideshare
Uber and Cabify available
Taxi
Available at both terminals; metered fare to city center ~CLP 15,000-20,000
Parking
CLP 5,000/day (long stay) · CLP 10,000/day (short stay)
Rental Cars
Car rental counters in arrivals hall
🍽️ Inside SCL
Food, lounges, and shopping at Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
Food & Dining
Before security: Chilean and international food throughout · After security: Good selection; Chilean cuisine available
Lounges
LATAM VIP Lounge (Terminal 1)Santiago Airport VIP Lounge (Priority Pass)
Shopping
Chilean wine, copper crafts, lapis lazuli, duty-free
💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for SCL
Insider knowledge to make your time at Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport smoother
- 1 Santiago is the main gateway to Chile and Patagonia
- 2 Chilean wine is excellent — try it at the airport restaurants
- 3 The Metro Line 3 is the cheapest way to the city center
- 4 Chilean customs can be strict — declare all food items
- 5 Duty-free prices for Chilean wine and copper crafts are good
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Frequently Asked Questions — SCL
How many terminals does SCL (Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport) have?
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport has 2 terminals: Terminal 1 (International), Terminal 2 (Domestic). Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.
Does SCL have free WiFi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout both terminals. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.
How early should I arrive at SCL?
For domestic flights, check-in closes 45 minutes before departure. For international flights, check-in closes 3 hours before departure. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.
What airlines fly from SCL?
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport is served by 6 airlines, including LATAM Airlines, Sky Airline, JetSMART, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and 1 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.
How do I get from SCL to Santiago?
Ground transportation options from Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport include rail/train (Metro Line 3 (Línea 3) connects to city center. Bus Turbus and Centropuerto to Santiago.), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.
Is there parking at SCL?
Yes, Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport offers parking options. CLP 5,000/day (long stay) CLP 10,000/day (short stay) Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.
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