Direct (nonstop) flights from Santiago to Porto Alegre

2 airlines fly nonstop from Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Salgado Filho (POA). It's 1,177 miles (1,894 km), about 3h 20m in the air. Operated by Sky Airline, LATAM Airlines.

SCL
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile
POA
Salgado Filho
🇧🇷 Porto Alegre, Brazil
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,177 mi
1,894 km
CO₂/pax
199 kg
−56 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Sky Airline +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Sky Airline Sky Airline LATAM Airlines LATAM Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sky Airline H2 Sky Airline
Route
SCL → POA
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,177 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
SCL → POA
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,177 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Santiago to Porto Alegre with one stop · direct emits 199 kg CO₂ per passenger

SCL AEP (Buenos Aires) POA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (715 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (528 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCL → AEP
2h 5m · 715 mi
View SCL to AEP flights →
Leg 2
AEP → POA
1h 40m · 528 mi
View AEP to POA flights →
SCL FLN (Florianopolis) POA
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,381 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (226 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 300 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCL → FLN
3h 15m · 1,381 mi
View SCL to FLN flights →
Leg 2
FLN → POA
1h 5m · 226 mi
View FLN to POA flights →
SCL CWB (Curitiba) POA
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,407 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (330 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 324 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCL → CWB
3h 15m · 1,407 mi
View SCL to CWB flights →
Leg 2
CWB → POA
1h 15m · 330 mi
View CWB to POA flights →
SCL BRC (San Carlos de Bariloche) POA
Leg 1: 1h 55m (534 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,358 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 353 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCL → BRC
1h 55m · 534 mi
View SCL to BRC flights →
Leg 2
BRC → POA
3h 15m · 1,358 mi
View BRC to POA flights →
SCL GRU (Sao Paulo) POA
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,626 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (537 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 399 kg CO₂ (+101% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCL → GRU
3h 55m · 1,626 mi
View SCL to GRU flights →
Leg 2
GRU → POA
1h 45m · 537 mi
View GRU to POA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Santiago to Porto Alegre?

A nonstop flight from Santiago (SCL) to Porto Alegre (POA) takes approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,177 miles (1,894 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Santiago to Porto Alegre?

2 airlines: Sky Airline, LATAM Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Santiago to Porto Alegre?

Yes. 2 airlines: Sky Airline, LATAM Airlines.

How far is Santiago from Porto Alegre?

The flight distance from Santiago to Porto Alegre is 1,177 miles (1,894 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Santiago and Porto Alegre?

Porto Alegre is 1 hour ahead of Santiago. (America/Santiago vs America/Sao_Paulo.)

What type of aircraft flies from Santiago to Porto Alegre?

At 3h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 199 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 995 km.

Is the return flight from Porto Alegre to Santiago 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 Santiago to Porto Alegre?

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 Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport for this flight?

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