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$257+ 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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SCL
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Chile

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Chile flight deals. Data was last updated October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$562
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$257
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$683
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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 October 27, 2025.

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
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.
Tue 12/99:59 amSAN - SCL
1 stop14h 36mLATAM Airlines
Tue 12/169:30 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop20h 32mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/25$566
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.
Sat 11/112:18 pmSAN - SCL
2 stops16h 37mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/710:25 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops18h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$567
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.
Wed 11/269:59 amSAN - SCL
1 stop15h 31mLATAM Airlines
Tue 12/98:15 amSCL - SAN
2 stops20h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/25$573
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 10/2810:20 amSAN - SCL
1 stop17h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/410:45 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop17h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$574
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.
Mon 11/311:02 amSAN - SCL
2 stops16h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1910:45 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops21h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$579
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/17:59 pmSAN - SCL
1 stop28h 36mDelta
Thu 12/411:55 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop14h 21mDelta
Deal found 10/26$580
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 11/15:55 pmSAN - SCL
3 stops34h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/710:45 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop17h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$619
This LATAM 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1112:24 pmSAN - IPC
2 stops23h 26mLATAM Airlines
Thu 12/182:50 pmIPC - SAN
2 stops22h 04mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/27$2,949
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 12/812:24 pmSAN - IPC
2 stops23h 26mLATAM Airlines
Fri 12/122:30 pmIPC - SAN
2 stops22h 24mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/25$3,116

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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 October 27, 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

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

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Mon 12/1

10:47 am-8:00 am

1 stop16h 13m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 12/4

11:15 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop20h 17m

$574

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Tue 11/18

6:24 am-5:50 am

2 stops18h 26m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 11/27

11:10 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop21h 21m

$574

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Wed 11/26

4:07 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops18h 23m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 12/9

8:15 am-11:35 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$574

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Fri 11/14

12:07 pm-8:50 am

1 stop15h 43m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 11/23

10:45 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$579

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Sat 2/28

10:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop27h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 3/7

8:20 am-11:11 pm

2 stops19h 51m

$579

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Mon 12/1

7:59 pm-5:35 am

1 stop28h 36m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 12/4

11:55 pm-9:16 am

1 stop14h 21m

$580

San DiegoEaster Island

SAN - IPC

SANIPC

San Diego

Thu 12/11

12:24 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops23h 26m

Easter Island Mataveri Intl

Thu 12/18

2:50 pm-9:54 am

2 stops22h 04m

$2,949

San DiegoEaster Island

SAN - IPC

SANIPC

San Diego

Mon 12/8

12:24 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops23h 26m

Easter Island Mataveri Intl

Fri 12/12

2:30 pm-9:54 am

2 stops22h 24m

$3,116

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chile (average of $505). 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 October 27, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from San Diego to Chile by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 October 27, 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
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
7,996 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
1,561 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
1,872 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
8,999 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
11,031 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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 $574, Copa Airlines can have you in Chile from San Diego in 18h 55m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Chile one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with LATAM Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $257. Delta flights start at $265 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $265 one-way.

  • 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 - Easter Island Mataveri Intl and San Diego - Punta Arenas Pres Ibanez.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chile (average of $505). 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$453Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$507Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$563Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$574Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$802Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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