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Santiago, Chile · Terminal International Terminal (new)

Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) Lounge Guide

2 premium lounges accessible to business class, first class, and elite status travelers.

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Airport Facts

SCL at a glance

DetailValue
IATA codeSCL
ICAO codeSCEL
Canonical nameArturo Merino Benítez International Airport
CitySantiago
CountryChile
Coordinates-33.3928°, -70.7856°
Premium lounges in our guide2
Source for canonical fieldsWikidata (CC0)

Canonical airport metadata from Wikidata, cross-referenced against our editorial lounge catalog. Coordinates are useful for transit-time estimates from city centre when planning a lounge stop.

Lounges

All premium lounges at SCL

  • LATAM VIP Lounge

    LATAM Airlines · International Terminal, near Gate 28

    4.3*
    Hours
    Daily 5:00am–11:00pm
    Access
    LATAM business class
    Food
    Chilean buffet, empanadas, pastel de choclo, ceviche
    Drinks
    Full bar, Chilean wines, pisco sour
    ✓ WiFi✓ Showers
    LATAM's Santiago lounge is their best in the network. The Chilean wine selection and empanadas are outstanding. The pisco sour bar is a must-try.
  • Avianca Lounge

    Avianca / Star Alliance · International Terminal, near Gate 24

    3.8*
    Hours
    Daily 6:00am–10:00pm
    Access
    Avianca business class, Star Alliance Gold
    Food
    Latin American buffet, empanadas, hot dishes
    Drinks
    Full bar, wines
    ✓ WiFi
    A compact Star Alliance lounge with decent Latin American food. Good for connections but the LATAM lounge is the better choice.

Getting There

How to get to the lounges

Santiago Airport is located 17km northwest of the city centre. The new terminal opened in stages from 2022. Buses (TurBus, Centropuerto) run to the city in 30–40 minutes. Taxis and ride-sharing are available.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which lounges can I access at SCL?
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) hosts 2 premium lounges in our verified catalog. Access depends on your ticket cabin (business / first), elite status tier, alliance membership, and lounge membership programs (Priority Pass, Capital One). The cards above list each lounge's specific access rules.
When do the SCL lounges open and close?
Lounge hours typically follow the airline's flight schedule — most open 3-4 hours before the first departure of the day and close 30-60 minutes after the last. The "Hours" row on each lounge card above lists the current schedule. Hub-airline lounges (where the airline is based) usually keep longer hours than outstation lounges.
Can I bring guests into the lounge?
Most premium lounges allow one paid guest if you're traveling on the same flight, but rules vary. Alliance lounges generally require status (oneworld Sapphire / Star Alliance Gold equivalent) for guest privileges. Children under 2 typically enter free; ages 2-12 vary by lounge. Confirm at the desk on arrival.
What's the best lounge at SCL for business class?
The cards above are sorted with our editorial verdict on each. Highest-rated entries usually combine strong food (à la carte over buffet), shower availability, sleep area, and quiet workspace. Hub-airline business class flagship lounges (e.g. LATAM Airlines's lounge) typically deliver the most comprehensive experience.
Are there shower facilities?
Most flagship business and first class lounges have shower suites, especially at hub airports. Each card above shows ✓ Showers when available. On long-haul connections, plan 30-45 minutes for a shower stop including queue time during peak periods.

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