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$123+ Cheap flights from Santiago (SCL) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

SCL — RIO
Sep 25 — Oct 21
Fri 9/25
Fri 10/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in May or March, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

Thu 12/109:13 am -
1 stop9h 42m
Thu 12/178:05 am -
1 stop7h 07m
Deal found 8/25$233
Mon 9/287:12 pm -
1 stop11h 58m
Mon 10/51:50 pm -
Nonstop4h 46m
Deal found 8/25$234
Wed 9/234:37 am -
Nonstop4h 08m
Wed 9/3011:25 am -
Nonstop5h 00m
Deal found 8/25$236
Fri 11/279:13 am -
1 stop9h 42m
Tue 12/16:35 pm -
Nonstop4h 48m
Deal found 8/25$237
Sun 9/276:49 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Thu 10/18:05 am -
1 stop16h 31m
Deal found 8/24$238
Sun 11/86:54 am -
Nonstop5h 41m
Thu 11/128:05 pm -
1 stop12h 02m
Deal found 8/21$240
Tue 9/227:12 pm -
1 stop11h 59m
Tue 9/298:05 am -
1 stop16h 31m
Deal found 8/22$242
Tue 9/299:12 am -
1 stop9h 38m
Wed 9/308:05 am -
1 stop16h 31m
Deal found 8/24$243
Sun 9/204:57 am -
Nonstop4h 08m
Sat 9/2611:25 am -
Nonstop5h 00m
Deal found 8/25$244
Sun 9/206:49 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Sun 9/271:25 pm -
1 stop6h 19m
Deal found 8/23$245
Sat 9/266:17 am -
Nonstop4h 08m
Fri 10/26:05 pm -
Nonstop5h 00m
Deal found 8/24$246
Sat 10/241:22 pm -
1 stop26h 28m
Thu 10/2911:25 am -
Nonstop5h 00m
Deal found 8/25$247

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$233
(JetSMART)

One-way from

$123
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$355 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
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SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 10/30

5:07 am-9:15 am

Nonstop4h 08m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 11/3

8:05 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops46h 46m

$273
Quickest round-trip

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 2/12

8:50 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/7

10:35 pm-8:05 am

1 stop9h 30m

$493

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 11/27

8:50 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/30

11:00 pm-8:25 am

2 stops33h 25m

$501

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 10/24

9:15 am-6:25 am

2 stops21h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 10/31

6:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop26h 25m

$503

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

SCLSDU

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 9/28

11:15 am-9:55 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 10/5

1:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop19h 35m

$511

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

SCLSDU

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 10/15

11:15 am-10:05 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 10/20

1:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop19h 35m

$511

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 2/15

2:35 pm-7:05 am

2 stops16h 30m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 2/21

5:55 am-8:10 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$518

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

SCLSDU

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 9/27

11:15 am-10:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 10/2

1:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop19h 35m

$525

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 12/11

8:50 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 12/18

11:40 pm-8:25 am

2 stops32h 45m

$543

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

SCLSDU

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 11/3

8:35 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops15h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 11/9

6:00 am-8:25 am

2 stops26h 25m

$556

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Best time to book a flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro (average of $249). Flying from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 RIO?

It’s typically best to fly out from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

The most flights from SCL to RIO are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Santiago to Rio de Janeiro flights typically cost between $249 and $337 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $233 on JetSMART (Dec 10-Dec 17).

How often are flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Santiago and Rio de Janeiro have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Santiago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Santiago to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Over the last year, JetSMART have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

The price you pay for your flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santiago to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Read reviews from past customers who have flown LATAM Airlines and JetSMART from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro. 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.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,989 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Noah,Aug 2026

JFK - GRU

This was fine, the flight crew and food were good.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,989 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,989 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Noah,Aug 2026

JFK - GRU

This was fine, the flight crew and food were good.
JetSMART
6.8
Okay
337 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,989 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Noah,Aug 2026

JFK - GRU

This was fine, the flight crew and food were good.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

    If you book a flight to Rio de Janeiro 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. There are 4 flights from Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio de Janeiro per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

    For as low as $273, JetSMART can have you in Rio de Janeiro from Santiago in 4h 08m. The distance between Santiago and Rio de Janeiro is about 1823 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    LATAM Airlines, at $192, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be JetSMART. LATAM Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sky Airline. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetSMART and LATAM Airlines, with prices starting from $100 and $144, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro on time: JetSMART (92%), Sky Airline (84%), Delta (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

    While on average a flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro is generally $321, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $145. When looking at the most popular route, (Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), you can expect to pay $215 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro (average of $249). Flying from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro in July is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 2 airlines flying from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$192Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
JetSMARTCheapest$236Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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