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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.

22M passengers/year (2017) · Updated March 2026


📋 Key Facts for Your Trip

Essential info before you fly through SCL

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Terminals
2 terminals (Terminal 1 (International), Terminal 2 (Domestic))
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Domestic Check-in
45 minutes before departure
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International Check-in
3 hours before departure
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WiFi
Free Wi-Fi throughout both terminals
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Power Outlets
Available at most gates
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Annual Passengers
22M passengers/year (2017)

✈️ 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

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Rail / Train

Metro Line 3 (Línea 3) connects to city center. Bus Turbus and Centropuerto to Santiago.

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Bus / Shuttle

Centropuerto and Turbus express buses to Santiago city center

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Rideshare

Uber and Cabify available

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Taxi

Available at both terminals; metered fare to city center ~CLP 15,000-20,000

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Parking

CLP 5,000/day (long stay) · CLP 10,000/day (short stay)

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Rental Cars

Car rental counters in arrivals hall


🍽️ Inside SCL

Food, lounges, and shopping at Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

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Food & Dining

Before security: Chilean and international food throughout · After security: Good selection; Chilean cuisine available

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Lounges

LATAM VIP Lounge (Terminal 1)Santiago Airport VIP Lounge (Priority Pass)

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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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