Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Santiago (SCL) from $309

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — SCL
jun. 11 — jun. 181

The best prices from San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in April or May, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Santiago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Santiago (SCL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$719

One-way from

$417
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
One-way flight from San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Santiago?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Santiago. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago?

To save up to 24% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 9 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San Francisco to Santiago from $727 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $905 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Santiago?

April can be a great time to fly to Santiago from San Francisco with a flight ticket averaging about $928. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of April for as cheap as $480. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to SCL?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Santiago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

Cheap San Francisco to Santiago flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Santiago specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on junio 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Santiago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
lun. 7/297:59 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop31h 51mDelta
lun. 8/128:40 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop16h 31mDelta
Deal found 6/5$795
jue. 7/259:30 amSFO - SCL
1 stop18h 20mDelta
jue. 8/1510:55 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop23h 09mDelta
Deal found 6/5$802
mié. 7/247:56 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop20h 24mCopa Airlines
lun. 8/1211:19 amSCL - SFO
1 stop15h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$803
jue. 7/256:03 amSFO - SCL
1 stop21h 47mDelta
mar. 8/2010:55 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops22h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/5$807
mar. 7/1611:55 pmSFO - SCL
3 stops21h 50mAvianca
lun. 7/222:30 pmSCL - SFO
3 stops35h 05mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$811
jue. 7/256:03 amSFO - SCL
1 stop21h 47mDelta
mié. 8/148:40 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop30h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/5$815
mié. 7/177:56 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop20h 24mCopa Airlines
dom. 7/212:19 amSCL - SFO
1 stop24h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/6$816
vie. 7/266:03 amSFO - SCL
1 stop21h 47mDelta
jue. 8/1510:55 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop17h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/5$827
jue. 7/258:35 amSFO - SCL
2 stops19h 25mLATAM Airlines
vie. 8/910:55 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop15h 54mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/5$832

San Francisco to Santiago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Santiago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Santiago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
lun. 11/46:07 amSFO - SCL
1 stop20h 18mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/1411:55 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop25h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$672
lun. 11/46:07 amSFO - SCL
1 stop20h 18mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/1411:55 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops20h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$677
mar. 10/17:59 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop24h 05mCopa Airlines
mar. 10/85:24 amSCL - SFO
1 stop22h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/6$680
jue. 11/146:30 amSFO - SCL
2 stops18h 55mDelta
mar. 11/2611:55 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop21h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/5$692
mié. 10/27:10 amSFO - SCL
1 stop19h 50mDelta
lun. 11/411:10 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop18h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/4$693
lun. 11/46:30 amSFO - SCL
2 stops19h 50mLATAM Airlines
jue. 11/1411:00 amSCL - SFO
2 stops18h 51mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/4$697
dom. 11/1711:50 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop26h 30mDelta
mar. 11/2611:10 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop23h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/5$704
lun. 11/46:00 amSFO - SCL
1 stop20h 20mLATAM Airlines
mié. 11/131:15 amSCL - SFO
2 stops22h 28mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/4$730
jue. 11/148:00 amSFO - SCL
1 stop18h 20mDelta
sáb. 11/235:40 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops22h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/6$732

San Francisco to Santiago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Santiago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Santiago. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
dom. 6/161:47 amSFO - SCL
1 stop24h 22mCopa Airlines
lun. 7/811:24 amSCL - SFO
1 stop15h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,539
dom. 6/161:47 amSFO - SCL
2 stops19h 58mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/810:55 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,586
dom. 6/1612:30 amSFO - SCL
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/811:10 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops26h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,768
dom. 6/161:47 amSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines
dom. 7/73:35 amSCL - SFO
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,828
mié. 6/127:56 pmSFO - SCL
2 stops23h 44mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/234:13 amSCL - SFO
1 stop17h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,199
mar. 6/111:47 amSFO - SCL
2 stops32h 38mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/234:13 amSCL - SFO
1 stop17h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,653
mié. 6/127:56 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop30h 13mCopa Airlines
dom. 6/234:13 amSCL - SFO
1 stop17h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,908
mar. 6/111:47 amSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 33mCopa Airlines
dom. 6/234:13 amSCL - SFO
1 stop17h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,945
mié. 6/127:56 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop24h 01mCopa Airlines
sáb. 6/222:20 amSCL - SFO
1 stop19h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$4,110

One-way flights to Santiago from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Santiago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Francisco to Santiago. For those needing a return trip from San Francisco, there is a search form available above.
mié. 10/22:41 pmSFO - SCL
3 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$309
sáb. 8/177:42 pmSFO - SCL
3 stops59h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$342
mié. 9/112:41 pmSFO - SCL
3 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$343
lun. 11/112:41 pmSFO - SCL
3 stops31h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$347
mié. 7/102:41 pmSFO - SCL
3 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$360
dom. 9/812:22 amSFO - SCL
3 stops25h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$361
lun. 7/812:59 amSFO - SCL
3 stops24h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$368
vie. 7/1212:59 amSFO - SCL
3 stops48h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$372
vie. 8/161:38 amSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$379

Find flights from San Francisco to Santiago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Santiago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.

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Any airport

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$672 - $1,049

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San FranciscoSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

lun. 11/4

1 stop20h 18m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

jue. 11/14

1 stop25h 50m

$672

San FranciscoSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

mar. 10/1

1 stop24h 05m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

mar. 10/8

1 stop22h 16m

$680

San FranciscoSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

mar. 11/5

2 stops22h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

mar. 11/26

2 stops22h 47m

$692

San FranciscoSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

mié. 10/2

2 stops19h 10m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

lun. 11/4

2 stops17h 07m

$693

San FranciscoSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

mié. 10/2

2 stops17h 46m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

dom. 11/3

1 stop23h 04m

$733

San FranciscoSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

mar. 7/16

3 stops21h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

lun. 7/22

3 stops35h 05m

$811

San FranciscoSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

mié. 10/30

1 stop16h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

dom. 11/10

2 stops39h 38m

$812

San FranciscoSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

lun. 11/4

1 stop27h 18m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

mar. 11/26

1 stop39h 52m

$887

San FranciscoSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

jue. 11/14

2 stops55h 24m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

mar. 11/26

2 stops32h 26m

$1,049

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Santiago. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Santiago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Santiago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Santiago. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Santiago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago

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Temperature and rainfall in Santiago by month

Plan your trip to Santiago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SCL

Temperature

46.4 - 69.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santiago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santiago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santiago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Santiago. Reviews last updated junio 6, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Santiago, see what other customers have to say about LATAM Airlines, American Airlines and Copa Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.0
Very good
2,561 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.6
Good
2,447 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.5
Good
2,322 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.5
Good
3,599 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Santiago for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Santiago for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $672, but on average you can expect to pay $728.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Santiago for under $1,600?

    There are currently 16+ open flights from San Francisco to Santiago within the next 7 days for less than $1,600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Santiago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $672, American Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Santiago and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $680 and $692, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Santiago one-way?

    $379 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Copa Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on LATAM Airlines and Avianca, with prices starting from $417 and $418, respectively.

  • What does SFO to SCL mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San Francisco Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SFO to SCL flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Santiago?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are currently the most popular points of interest in Los Angeles at the moment. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Los Angeles can rent one for about $41 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    The majority of Panama City visitors spend their time at Amador Causeway, Panama Old Cathedral, and Panama Canal. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Amador Causeway, Panama Old Cathedral, or Panama Canal can do so by traveling 14.7 mi, 13.2 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Panama City can rent a car from Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $13 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Dallas?

    Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time at American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium. American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium can be accessed by traveling approximately 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers can book a car rental at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $52 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Santiago flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Santiago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Santiago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Santiago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Santiago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Santiago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Santiago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Santiago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Santiago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Santiago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Santiago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Santiago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Santiago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Santiago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Santiago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Santiago flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Santiago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Santiago?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago (average of $719). Flying from San Francisco to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $943). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Santiago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Santiago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$448Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$469Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$529Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$665Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$718Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$917Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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