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$299+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 3/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SCL
Dec 31 — Jan 71
Wed 12/31
Wed 1/7
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Chile

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$665
(LATAM Airlines)

One-way from

$299
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,258
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Chile
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Chile. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 1, 2025.

This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/2411:25 amSAN - SCL
1 stop15h 15mLATAM Airlines
Mon 1/1911:10 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop24h 41mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/1$665
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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.
Sat 12/66:15 amSAN - SCL
2 stops19h 45mLATAM Airlines
Wed 12/1011:10 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop15h 44mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/29$669
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/128:12 pmSAN - SCL
1 stop19h 09mCopa Airlines
Thu 3/1212:28 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop33h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/1$698
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/285:10 pmSAN - SCL
1 stop34h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/1910:45 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops29h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$735
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Sun 12/287:14 amSAN - SCL
1 stop19h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1910:30 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop15h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/30$740
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:15 amSAN - SCL
2 stops19h 45mDelta
Mon 1/196:30 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops20h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/30$748
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Tue 12/27:10 amSAN - SCL
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/811:55 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop14h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$801
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/268:45 pmSAN - SCL
2 stops31h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/1910:45 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops39h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$814
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/2610:30 pmSAN - SCL
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Mon 1/196:30 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops20h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/1$827
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/58:10 pmSAN - SCL
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/911:55 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop14h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$860
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/304:07 pmSAN - SCL
3 stops24h 28mLATAM Airlines
Sun 12/71:35 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops24h 41mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/29$864
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 12/49:59 amSAN - PUQ
2 stops21h 10mDelta
Sun 12/74:19 amPUQ - SAN
2 stops37h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/29$1,331

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Chile 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 December 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Chile that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Chile

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Sun 12/28

7:55 pm-8:50 am

2 stops31h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 1/4

10:45 pm-4:01 pm

1 stop22h 16m

$669

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Mon 1/19

8:16 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop19h 04m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 1/22

1:46 am-5:41 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$692

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Wed 1/28

2:55 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 2/8

6:30 pm-9:58 am

2 stops20h 28m

$730

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Sun 12/28

6:15 am-7:00 am

2 stops19h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 1/19

6:30 pm-9:57 am

2 stops20h 27m

$748

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Wed 1/14

6:15 am-5:35 am

2 stops18h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 1/20

4:35 am-11:48 pm

2 stops24h 13m

$748

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Wed 12/24

6:15 am-7:00 am

2 stops19h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 1/19

6:30 pm-9:57 am

2 stops20h 27m

$748

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Mon 1/19

8:26 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops43h 49m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 2/4

11:55 pm-9:57 am

1 stop15h 02m

$750

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Thu 2/12

10:37 am-5:35 am

1 stop13h 58m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 3/10

4:35 am-9:50 am

2 stops33h 15m

$756

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Sun 4/19

8:40 pm-11:26 pm

2 stops23h 46m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 4/25

2:34 am-6:30 pm

1 stop18h 56m

$757

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Sun 3/22

9:18 pm-12:34 am

1 stop23h 16m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 4/12

12:46 am-7:57 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$804

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Chile

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Chile

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chile (average of $484). Flying from San Diego to Chile in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,002). 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 SAN to CL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 1, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from San Diego to Chile by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chile

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chile. 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 Chile. Reviews last updated December 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines from San Diego to Chile have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,057 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Chile. 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 San Diego to Chile?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Chile. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Chile?

    For as low as $692, United Airlines can have you in Chile from San Diego in 19h 04m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5471 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Chile?

    The most popular flight routes from San Diego to Chile are San Diego - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez, San Diego - Punta Arenas Pres Ibanez and San Diego - Easter Island Mataveri Intl.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Chile?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Chile?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chile (average of $484). Flying from San Diego to Chile in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,002). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Chile

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 December 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$453Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$507Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$563Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$574Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$751Average$1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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