London to Santiago (LHR–SCL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LHR–SCL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 7,241 miles in approximately 14h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways | 3 | 789 | 14h35 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
LHR: BST · SCL: -04
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 1:00 PM in Santiago.
British passport holders enter Chile visa-free for up to 90 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. Immigration issues a Tarjeta de Turismo (tourist card) electronically at the point of entry. Keep this number; you need it when departing.
The 90 days can be extended once for another 90 days at the Departamento de Extranjeria in Santiago for CLP 100 (about $0.10, a nominal fee). You need proof of onward travel and sufficient funds. Chile does not require hotel bookings at the border. Overstays result in a fine of 1 UTM per month (roughly $65).
No direct flights from the UK to Chile exist. The fastest routings connect via Sao Paulo (GRU) or Madrid (MAD), with total journey times of 16 to 19 hours. LATAM operates London to Santiago via Sao Paulo. Chile uses the Chilean peso (CLP), trading at roughly 950 CLP per $1. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Chile has strict food import controls: fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy, and meat are confiscated and fined at customs.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–SCL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to SCL
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LHR to SCL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to SCL is about 14 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,241 miles (11,653 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 9 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro, Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.