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Santiago (SCL) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flights

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Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International AirportRio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport
Distance
1,826 miles
Flight time
4h 5m
Time difference
GIG is 0h ahead
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Flights from Santiago to Rio De Janeiro

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Flight route map

Santiago (SCL) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Santiago (SCL), Santiago Metropolitan Region, to Rio De Janeiro (GIG), Rio de Janeiro, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,826 miles.

Departure
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport · Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile · 33° 23' 35" S 70° 47' 09" W
Flight route
1,826 miles · 4h 5m
Direction
73.50° (ENE)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude -28.79933, longitude -56.32390, approximately 911.58 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,823.2 miles
Time difference
GIG is 0h ahead
Destination
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport · Rio de Janeiro, Brazil · 22° 48' 36" S 43° 15' 02" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,826 miles
Average flight time
4h 5m
Time difference
GIG is 0h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Santiago to Rio De Janeiro is 73.50°, and the compass direction is ENE.

Airport information

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
33° 23' 35" S, 70° 47' 09" W
Elevation: 1,555 ft (474 m)
Time zone: CLST UTC−3
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What's the weather like in Santiago and Rio De Janeiro?

Temperature unit:

SCL · Santiago

77°FSunnyFeels like 79°F
Humidity
50%
Wind
7 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

GIG · Rio De Janeiro

78°FMainly clearFeels like 81°F
Humidity
66%
Wind
6 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2880°F | 67°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2980°F | 66°FModerate rain showers
Fri, Oct 3081°F | 69°FModerate rain showers
Sat, Oct 3180°F | 70°FLight drizzle
Sun, Nov 178°F | 68°FFog

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Santiago to Rio De Janeiro

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Chile to Brazil (CL-BR). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.