Direct (nonstop) flights from Mendoza to Santiago

3 airlines fly nonstop from El Plumerillo (MDZ) to Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL). It's 122 miles (196 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by Sky Airline, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

MDZ
El Plumerillo
🇦🇷 Mendoza, Argentina
SCL
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile
Flight Time
1h
Distance
122 mi
196 km
CO₂/pax
23 kg
−131 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Sky Airline +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Sky Airline Sky Airline JetSMART JetSMART LATAM Airlines LATAM Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sky Airline H2 Sky Airline
Route
MDZ → SCL
Flight Time
1h
Distance
122 mi
JetSMART JA JetSMART
Route
MDZ → SCL
Flight Time
1h
Distance
122 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
MDZ → SCL
Flight Time
1h
Distance
122 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mendoza to Santiago with one stop · direct emits 23 kg CO₂ per passenger

MDZ COR (Cordoba) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 5m (288 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (410 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+570% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDZ → COR
1h 5m · 288 mi
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Leg 2
COR → SCL
1h 34m · 410 mi
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MDZ NQN (Neuquen) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (424 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (410 mi) Total: ~2h 47m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+678% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDZ → NQN
1h 25m · 424 mi
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Leg 2
NQN → SCL
1h 22m · 410 mi
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MDZ BRC (San Carlos de Bariloche) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 45m (588 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (534 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+913% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDZ → BRC
1h 45m · 588 mi
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Leg 2
BRC → SCL
1h 55m · 534 mi
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MDZ EZE (Buenos Aires) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 40m (605 mi) Leg 2: 2h 23m (708 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+1065% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDZ → EZE
1h 40m · 605 mi
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Leg 2
EZE → SCL
2h 23m · 708 mi
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MDZ AEP (Buenos Aires) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 40m (610 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (715 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 270 kg CO₂ (+1074% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDZ → AEP
1h 40m · 610 mi
View MDZ to AEP flights →
Leg 2
AEP → SCL
2h 25m · 715 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mendoza to Santiago?

A nonstop flight from Mendoza (MDZ) to Santiago (SCL) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 122 miles (196 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mendoza to Santiago?

3 airlines: Sky Airline, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mendoza to Santiago?

Yes. 3 airlines: Sky Airline, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

How far is Mendoza from Santiago?

The flight distance from Mendoza to Santiago is 122 miles (196 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Mendoza and Santiago?

Santiago is 1 hour behind Mendoza. (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires vs America/Santiago.)

What type of aircraft flies from Mendoza to Santiago?

At 1h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Argentina to Chile?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Chile embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Mendoza to Santiago?

Roughly 23 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 115 km.

Is the return flight from Santiago to Mendoza also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mendoza to Santiago?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at El Plumerillo for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.