Direct (nonstop) flights from Cali to Santiago

1 airline flys nonstop from Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International (CLO) to Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL). It's 2,566 miles (4,130 km), about 5h 42m in the air. Operated by JetSMART.

CLO
Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International
🇨🇴 Cali, Colombia
SCL
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile
Flight Time
5h 42m
Distance
2,566 mi
4,130 km
CO₂/pax
392 kg
−81 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
JetSMART
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by JetSMART JetSMART

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

JetSMART JA JetSMART
Route
CLO → SCL
Flight Time
5h 42m
Distance
2,566 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cali to Santiago with one stop · direct emits 392 kg CO₂ per passenger

CLO ANF (Antofagasta) SCL
Leg 1: 4h 27m (1,898 mi) Leg 2: 1h 54m (685 mi) Total: ~6h 21m 🍃 473 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLO → ANF
4h 27m · 1,898 mi
View CLO to ANF flights →
Leg 2
ANF → SCL
1h 54m · 685 mi
View ANF to SCL flights →
CLO BOG (Bogota) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 5m (173 mi) Leg 2: 5h 56m (2,629 mi) Total: ~7h 1m 🍃 459 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLO → BOG
1h 5m · 173 mi
View CLO to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → SCL
5h 56m · 2,629 mi
View BOG to SCL flights →
CLO MDE (Medellin) SCL
Leg 1: 55m (192 mi) Leg 2: 6h 10m (2,738 mi) Total: ~7h 5m 🍃 480 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLO → MDE
55m · 192 mi
View CLO to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → SCL
6h 10m · 2,738 mi
View MDE to SCL flights →
CLO PTY (Panama City) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 34m (432 mi) Leg 2: 6h 35m (2,974 mi) Total: ~8h 9m 🍃 560 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLO → PTY
1h 34m · 432 mi
View CLO to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → SCL
6h 35m · 2,974 mi
View PTY to SCL flights →
CLO CTG (Cartagena) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 30m (478 mi) Leg 2: 7h 35m (3,030 mi) Total: ~9h 5m 🍃 576 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLO → CTG
1h 30m · 478 mi
View CLO to CTG flights →
Leg 2
CTG → SCL
7h 35m · 3,030 mi
View CTG to SCL flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cali to Santiago?

A nonstop flight from Cali (CLO) to Santiago (SCL) takes approximately 5 hours and 42 minutes. The distance is 2,566 miles (4,130 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cali to Santiago?

Just JetSMART.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cali to Santiago?

Yes. 1 airline: JetSMART.

How far is Cali from Santiago?

The flight distance from Cali to Santiago is 2,566 miles (4,130 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Cali and Santiago?

Santiago is 1 hour ahead of Cali. (America/Bogota vs America/Santiago.)

What type of aircraft flies from Cali to Santiago?

At 5h 42m, 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 Colombia 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 Cali to Santiago?

Roughly 392 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,960 km.

Is the return flight from Santiago to Cali 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 Cali 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 Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International for this flight?

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