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$257+ Cheap flights from California to Chile

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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SCL
Nov 27 — Dec 41
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Cheapest flights from California to Chile
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Chile. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/199:10 amSFO - SCL
1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/510:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop23h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$529
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/155:15 amSFO - SCL
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/310:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop21h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$534
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 12/39:00 amSFO - SCL
2 stops18h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/1311:15 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops20h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/112:43 amSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 07mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2610:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop30h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$540
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:43 amSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/1310:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop18h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$543
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/121:00 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/310:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop18h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Wed 11/57:10 amSFO - SCL
2 stops20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1710:25 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops20h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/25$549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1712:43 amSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 07mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2710:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop18h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$553
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 10/3110:20 amSFO - SCL
2 stops17h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/610:25 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops21h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$554
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Mon 12/812:36 amSFO - SCL
1 stop22h 07mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/153:23 amSCL - SFO
1 stop24h 54mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/24$557
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 11/38:10 pmSAN - SCL
1 stop22h 56mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/183:23 amSCL - SAN
1 stop18h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/27$557
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Mon 11/179:59 amSAN - SCL
1 stop15h 01mLATAM Airlines
Thu 11/2711:35 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop14h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/25$563

Cheap flight deals from California to Chile

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Chile flight deals. Data was last updated October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$518
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$257
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$789

Good round-trip deal

$807 or less

Good one-way deal

$349 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez flight deals.
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From California to Chile
One-way flight from California to Chile
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Chile.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Chile.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Chile that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Chile

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

7:16 am-8:50 am

1 stop20h 34m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 11/23

10:45 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$534

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

12:43 am-8:50 am

1 stop27h 07m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 12/26

10:45 pm-12:21 am

1 stop30h 36m

$540

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

1:19 pm-8:50 am

1 stop14h 31m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 2/18

10:45 pm-2:57 pm

1 stop21h 12m

$544

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

4:10 pm-8:50 am

1 stop35h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 2/12

10:45 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$544

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

11:59 pm-8:50 am

1 stop27h 51m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 2/17

10:45 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$544

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 11/7

5:15 am-8:50 am

1 stop22h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 11/13

10:45 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$544

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

1:19 pm-8:50 am

1 stop14h 31m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 2/12

10:45 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$544

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

12:43 am-8:50 am

1 stop27h 07m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 11/27

10:45 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$553

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Wed 11/26

8:10 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop19h 11m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 12/8

3:23 am-5:37 pm

1 stop19h 14m

$562

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Wed 11/19

7:00 am-6:55 am

1 stop18h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 12/2

8:15 am-10:54 pm

2 stops19h 39m

$574

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Best time to book a flight from California to Chile

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chile from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Chile

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chile (average of $395). Flying from California to Chile in February is currently the most expensive (average of $659). 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 CA to CL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Chile. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 28, 2025.

When flying from California to Chile, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Chile?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Chile. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Chile flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Chile. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this California to Chile flight route?

  • How long is the flight from California to Chile?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Chile in 18h 55m. Fly via United Airlines, Copa Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 5471 mi between California and Chile. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Chile are LATAM Airlines ($257), Delta ($265), and Copa Airlines ($265).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Chile 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 California to Chile?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chile (average of $395). Flying from California to Chile in February is currently the most expensive (average of $659). 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 California to Chile

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Chile. 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$428Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$453Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$507Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$563Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$594Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$758Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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