Private charter between La Serena and Santiago starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — La Serena (LSC) to Santiago (SCL) and Santiago to La Serena — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, La Serena to Santiago is roughly 389 kilometres — 241 miles, or 210 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from La Serena to Santiago (and Santiago to La Serena) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 11m | 1h 04m – 1h 18m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 56 min | 50 min – 1h 02m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 11m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 07m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 56 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 55 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 54 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On La Serena–Santiago, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
La Serena, Chile: La Florida Airport.
Santiago, Chile: Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport and El Bosque Airport.
| La Florida Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SCSE / LSC | SCEL / SCL |
| Longest hard runway | 6,358 ft | 12,303 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 481 ft | 1,555 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for La Serena to Santiago can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: La Florida Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,358 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 358 ft to spare. The leg is 389 km.
Alternates within range: Las Tacas Airport (3,590 ft, 26 km) · Tambillos Airport · Huancara Airport (2,658 ft, 46 km) · Huayanay Airport · El Bosque Airport (6,024 ft, 21 km) · Peldehue Aerodrome (4,920 ft, 32 km) · Chicureo Airport · Hacienda Lipangue Airport
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from La Serena to Santiago.
Travel La Serena–Santiago with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Demand on La Serena–Santiago comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 11m gate to gate across the 389 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day La Serena–Santiago departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our La Serena–Santiago charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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