Crossing time zones into Santiago (SCL) takes a toll — recovery has to be deliberate. Aircrew Travel plans Santiago around the crew, not the other way round.
Timing light and sleep in Santiago
Getting daylight at the right local time helps shift the body clock after landing at SCL. A dark, cool room does the rest.
Hydration, food and movement
Hydration, light meals and gentle movement ease the adjustment to Americas time zones during a Santiago layover.
- Get daylight at the right local time in Santiago
- Keep the room dark, cool and quiet
- Hydrate and keep late meals light
- Use short, strategic naps rather than one long sleep
Frequently asked questions
How do crews beat jet lag on a Santiago layover?
Well-timed daylight, hydration, light meals and strategic naps — helped by a quiet hotel close to SCL.
Does hotel choice affect jet lag recovery in Santiago?
Very much. A short transfer from SCL and a genuinely dark, quiet room give crews more usable recovery time.