Chile travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Chile with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Chile.

Chile travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Chile with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Chile - quick facts
Flight time✝ 15.5 hours
Time difference UK -3 to -6 hours
Language(s) Spanish
Currency Chilean Peso
Electricity C + L plug (220V)
Driving side Right

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Chile weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
26°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Santiago26
25°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Santiago25
23°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Santiago23
19°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Santiago19
16°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Santiago16
13°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Santiago13
13°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Santiago13
14°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Santiago14
16°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Santiago16
20°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Santiago20
23°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Santiago23
25°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Santiago25
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
4 days with some rainfall in January in Santiago4
4 days with some rainfall in February in Santiago4
4 days with some rainfall in March in Santiago4
3 days with some rainfall in April in Santiago3
3 days with some rainfall in May in Santiago3
3 days with some rainfall in June in Santiago3
4 days with some rainfall in July in Santiago4
3 days with some rainfall in August in Santiago3
4 days with some rainfall in September in Santiago4
3 days with some rainfall in October in Santiago3
3 days with some rainfall in November in Santiago3
4 days with some rainfall in December in Santiago4

The Chile weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Santiago.

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Chile travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Chile from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Chile.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Chile travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Chile with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Chile, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Chile FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Chile including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Chile?

Chile is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Chile.

Check out Ministry of Health, Chile for more information.

What is the flight time to Chile from the UK?

The flight time to Chile from the UK is typically 15.5 hours.

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What is the time difference between Chile and the UK?

The time difference between Chile and the UK is UK time-3 to UK time-6 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Chile?

The main language spoken in Chile is Spanish.

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What is the currency in Chile?

The currency in Chile is the Chilean Peso (CLP).

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Which plugs are used in Chile?

Chile uses electrical plug type C + L (220 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Chile?

They drive on the right side of the road in Chile.

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