Bus from Santiago Airport (SCL) to the city center
Stops at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 · Departures from 06:00 · Tickets from CLP 2,400
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The airport bus at a glance
Airport stops
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2
First departure to the city
06:00, every day
Journey time to the city
20 to 50 minutes
One-way fare
CLP 2,400
How to get from Santiago Airport to the city by bus
Centropuerto is the official bus between Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) and Santiago, in service since 1990. Its buses stop at both passenger terminals and drop you next to the Metro at four points in the city: Metro República, Intermodal Pajaritos, Terminal Sur and Maipú.
It is the most affordable way to reach the city without relying on taxis: one ticket covers the whole route, you can get off at any authorised stop and bring up to 2 pieces of luggage.
Next departures from the airport to Metro República
Where to catch the bus at the airport
Terminal 2 (international flights)
Level 1, third lane, between exits 4 and 5. Tickets are also sold here.
Open in Google MapsGet directionsTerminal 1 (domestic flights)
Level 1. Follow the bus signs to the Bus Station, between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The Centropuerto office is opposite bay 24.
Open in Google MapsGet directionsDestinations from the airport
Metro República
Every day from 06:00 to 23:30, with night departures at 00:30 and 05:15. About 40 to 50 minutes.
Intermodal Pajaritos
Every day from 06:00 to 22:30. About 20 to 30 minutes.
Terminal Sur
Every day from 06:30 to 21:05, every 30 minutes, with departures at 04:00 and 05:30.
Maipú
Monday to Friday, departing at 18:05.
How much time to allow after landing
If you arrive on a domestic flight, you will usually be at the stop in under 30 minutes. On an international flight, allow more time for immigration, baggage reclaim and customs, which can take over an hour at busy times.
Because the online ticket is open and valid for 90 days on any official departure, you do not need to choose a time: buy before you fly and take the first available bus when you come out.
Travel tips
Buy before you fly
With your online ticket on your phone, you skip the counter queue and board the bus directly.
Choose the right stop
For Providencia or Las Condes, get off at Pajaritos or República and continue east on Metro Line 1.
Luggage
You can bring up to 2 pieces per person; keep your valuables with you.
Early-hours flights
There are night departures to República (00:30 and 05:15) and Terminal Sur (04:00 and 05:30).
Frequently asked questions
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