Valparaíso to Rancagua flights
Rancagua lies 151 km (94 mi) south-east of Valparaíso, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 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.
| Valparaíso | Rancagua | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Chile | Chile |
| Population | 282,448 | 212,695 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 520 m (1,706 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) |
| Nearest large airport | SCL, 88 km out | SCL, 86 km out |
| Postal codes | 2340000 | 2820000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Rancagua
Rancagua is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL), 86 km (53 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 | 86 km (53 mi) | 12,303 ft | 1,555 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Rancagua from Valparaíso?
151 km (94 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Valparaíso.
How long does it take to get from Valparaíso to Rancagua by air?
About 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Valparaíso and Rancagua?
No, both are on America/Santiago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Valparaíso to Rancagua flights?
Typically Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL).
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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.