Los Angeles to Santiago (LAX–SCL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–SCL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific and LATAM Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,584 miles in approximately 10h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific | 7 | 788 | 10h30 | Oneworld | – | |
| LA LATAM Airlines | 7 | 788 | 10h30 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Santiago from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→SCL | BUR→SCL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 18 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 1 |
| Flight time | 10h 30m | 10h 3m |
| Departure OTP | 67% | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · SCL: -03
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 10:00 PM in Santiago.
US passport holders enter Chile visa-free for stays up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A tourist card (Tarjeta de Turismo) is issued at immigration and must be kept until departure. Extensions for an additional 90 days can be requested at the Extranjeria office in Santiago.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–SCL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to SCL
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific and LATAM Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
LAX to SCL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to SCL ranges from 10 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,584 miles (8,987 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via BUR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burbank (BUR).