All Direct Transfer Routes From Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL)
SCL
25 min
Arturo Merino Benítez Airport (SCL) is located 15 km northwest of downtown Santiago. The Centropuerto and Turbus express airport coaches are the top budget choice, departing every 10 minutes directly to Pajaritos Metro Station in 20 minutes for 2,000 CLP (~$2.15 USD) (continuing to Los Héroes in downtown). For direct doorstep delivery, a Transvip shared minivan costs 8,500 - 10,500 CLP (~$9 - $11 USD), while an authorized official taxi costs a fixed 20,000 - 26,000 CLP (~$22 - $28 USD).
Terminals & Station Layout
SCL has two large terminals: Terminal 1 (National/Domestic) and the new state-of-the-art Terminal 2 (International). Express buses, shared minibuses (Transvip), and official taxi counters are located on Level 1.
Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid
Aggressive pirate taxi touts operate in the arrivals corridor. DO NOT follow anyone offering taxis. Pre-pay at official counters (Taxi Oficial, Taxi Vía Controlada, Transvip) inside baggage claim, or buy a Centropuerto bus ticket outside.
Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)
Centropuerto airport buses run from 05:55 to 23:30. Transvip shared vans and official black-and-yellow taxis operate 24 hours a day with fixed regulated fares.
STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION
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ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP
Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Uber / Cabify / DiDi & Maps?
Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Uber / Cabify / DiDi pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.