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$290+ Cheap flights from Santiago (SCL) to California

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SCL — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$503
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$290
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$682

Good round-trip deal

$709 or less

Good one-way deal

$576 or less
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Cheapest flights from Santiago to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santiago to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3112:23 amSCL - SAN
1 stop20h 21mCopa Airlines
Sun 8/108:58 pmSAN - SCL
1 stop19h 26mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$503
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/144:11 amSCL - LAX
1 stop15h 48mCopa Airlines
Tue 5/2712:14 pmLAX - SCL
1 stop13h 50mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$552
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:55 amSCL - SFO
2 stops25h 50mAvianca
Tue 10/212:20 pmSFO - SCL
2 stops29h 10mAvianca
Deal found 4/28$557
This Cocha deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cocha is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/162:30 pmSCL - LAX
2 stops26h 00mAvianca
Sun 8/1012:30 amLAX - SCL
2 stops24h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/28$558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3011:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop24h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/57:30 amSFO - SCL
1 stop19h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$560
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2011:25 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops22h 27mLATAM Airlines
Mon 9/16:00 amSFO - SCL
2 stops20h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/29$563
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1312:23 amSCL - SFO
1 stop26h 17mCopa Airlines
Wed 8/201:28 amSFO - SCL
1 stop18h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$566
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/154:55 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/271:00 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$576
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1110:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop14h 12mDelta
Fri 8/221:00 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/29$579
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:10 amSCL - LAX
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/119:15 amLAX - SCL
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$602
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1011:00 amSCL - LAX
1 stop26h 32mLATAM Airlines
Sat 8/309:15 amLAX - SCL
1 stop18h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/29$613
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/911:35 amSCL - LAX
1 stop24h 10mDelta
Wed 10/156:00 amLAX - SCL
2 stops20h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/29$624

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santiago to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santiago to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Santiago

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SantiagoSan Diego

SCL - SAN

SCLSAN

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 7/20

12:23 am-5:44 pm

1 stop20h 21m

San Diego

Mon 7/28

8:58 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop19h 26m

$503

SantiagoLos Angeles

SCL - LAX

SCLLAX

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 5/14

4:11 am-4:59 pm

1 stop15h 48m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

12:14 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$552

SantiagoSan Francisco

SCL - SFO

SCLSFO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 10/14

12:55 am-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

2:20 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$557

SantiagoLos Angeles

SCL - LAX

SCLLAX

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 6/16

2:30 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/10

12:30 am-4:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$558

SantiagoSan Francisco

SCL - SFO

SCLSFO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 8/20

11:25 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops22h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

6:00 am-5:40 am

2 stops20h 40m

$563

SantiagoSan Francisco

SCL - SFO

SCLSFO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 8/13

12:23 am-11:40 pm

1 stop26h 17m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

1:28 am-11:08 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$566

SantiagoSan Francisco

SCL - SFO

SCLSFO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 7/15

4:55 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops31h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

1:00 pm-6:00 am

1 stop14h 00m

$576

SantiagoSan Francisco

SCL - SFO

SCLSFO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 8/11

8:40 pm-10:17 am

1 stop16h 37m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

11:30 am-7:00 am

1 stop16h 30m

$579

SantiagoSan Francisco

SCL - SFO

SCLSFO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 8/26

9:55 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop28h 03m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

11:48 pm-8:05 am

1 stop28h 17m

$588

SantiagoLos Angeles

SCL - LAX

SCLLAX

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 6/12

6:10 am-12:00 pm

2 stops32h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/10

7:35 am-7:00 am

1 stop20h 25m

$603

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Best time to book a flight from Santiago to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santiago to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santiago to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santiago to California (average of $246). Flying from Santiago to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santiago to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santiago to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines and Copa Airlines from Santiago to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,767 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santiago to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santiago to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Santiago, you will be flying from Arturo Merino Benitez, which is the city’s only airport. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) is located 8.4 mi from the center of Santiago.

  • How popular is this Santiago to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to California.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santiago to California are Copa Airlines ($331), Avianca ($333), and LATAM Airlines ($445).

  • What are the most popular routes from Santiago to California?

    While some choose either Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - San Francisco or Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Santiago to California.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santiago to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Santiago to California are Cathay Pacific (90%), Japan Airlines (89%) and LATAM Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santiago to California?

    While on average a flight from Santiago to California is generally $1,202, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $451. When looking at the most popular route, (Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $502 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santiago to California?

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santiago to California (average of $246). Flying from Santiago to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 6 airlines flying from Santiago to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Santiago to California. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$421Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$469Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$513Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$525Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$533Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$542Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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