San Rafael to Valparaíso flights
Valparaíso lies 352 km (218 mi) north-west of San Rafael, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 12 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| San Rafael | Valparaíso | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Argentina | Chile |
| Population | 118,009 | 282,448 |
| Elevation | 690 m (2,264 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Mendoza) | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) |
| Nearest large airport | AFA, 7 km out | SCL, 88 km out |
| Postal codes | 4427–5753 | 2340000 |
What changes when you arrive in Valparaíso
Crossing from Argentina into Chile: money changes from the Peso to the Peso (CLP); sockets are Euro, Type L; the dialling code becomes +56; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648813 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648847.
Airports at each end
Leaving San Rafael
San Rafael is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,923 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Valparaíso
Valparaíso is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL), 88 km (55 mi) from the centre, whose 12,303-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport | SCL | 88 km (55 mi) | 12,303 ft | 1,555 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Valparaíso from San Rafael?
352 km (218 mi) in a straight line, north-west of San Rafael.
How long does it take to get from San Rafael to Valparaíso by air?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Rafael and Valparaíso?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for San Rafael to Valparaíso flights?
Typically Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL).
What currency do I need in Valparaíso?
The Peso (CLP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.