LAN Airlines is the most regular carrier from Santiago to Lima. It has five direct flights a day into Jorge Chavez Airport, Peru's largest air terminal. Flight time is three hours 50 minutes. LAN uses Airbus 319 and Boeing 767 as its carriers for the route. Service classes offered are economy and premium economy. With economy, passengers can enjoy ergonomic, reclining seats and in-flight entertainment on individual 8.9-inch screens. Films, TV shows, music and games are available. Premium economy offers preferential check-in, boarding and baggage allowance. Business travelers also have more space, tables designed to accommodate laptops and universal connection points.
Taca operates a daily flight between Santiago and Lima as well as offering connecting options via Bogota and Quito. The airline has the newest fleet in the Americas, including Airbus 319, 320 and 321. Taca has an on-time arrival rate of over 90 percent. Economy class to Lima allows passengers two pieces of hand luggage up to 50 lbs. and a full hot meal is provided along with an open bar. Business class allows two pieces of luggage up to 70 lbs., access to airport VIP lounges, early boarding and a gourmet in-flight meal.
Avianca provides flights from Santiago to Lima via Bogota. It has a range of options for international flights including web only fares, flexi fares and companion fares designed for people traveling together. In-flight services on international flights include a business class menu and two menu alternatives in tourist class depending on the flight time. Avianca also provides "Placido" seminars aimed at educating and reducing stress for passengers that have a fear of flying.
