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$308+ Cheap flights from California to Santiago (SCL)

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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SCL
Jan 20 — Jan 271
Tue 1/20
Tue 1/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Santiago

Cheapest flights from California to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/305:15 amSFO - SCL
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/2610:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$544
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/3012:36 amSFO - SCL
1 stop18h 48mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/227:25 amSCL - SFO
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$584
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/295:15 amSFO - SCL
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2710:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$594
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/3012:11 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/227:25 amSCL - SFO
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$614
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/305:15 amSFO - SCL
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/2310:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$664
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/294:55 pmSFO - SCL
2 stops19h 30mDelta
Fri 1/238:10 amSCL - SFO
2 stops20h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/19$676
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/248:00 amSFO - SCL
2 stops18h 00mDelta
Fri 12/269:30 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop18h 12mDelta
Deal found 12/19$681
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/296:00 amSFO - SCL
2 stops18h 35mLATAM Airlines
Mon 1/2611:55 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop15h 09mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/19$699
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:30 pmLAX - SCL
1 stop20h 25mLATAM Airlines
Sun 1/258:50 pmSCL - LAX
1 stop15h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/19$703
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/2910:22 amLAX - SCL
2 stops16h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/2010:00 pmSCL - LAX
2 stops18h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$714
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/3112:11 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 29mLATAM Airlines
Sun 1/2511:55 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop15h 09mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/19$718
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/308:30 pmLAX - SCL
1 stop14h 00mDelta
Sat 1/248:15 amSCL - LAX
1 stop14h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/19$720

Find flight deals from California to Santiago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Santiago flight deals. Data was last updated December 21, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$494
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One-way from

$308
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,156

Good round-trip deal

$750 or less

Good one-way deal

$404 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Santiago 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 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Santiago that are best for you.

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California

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Santiago

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San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

11:15 am-9:00 am

2 stops16h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 2/19

10:00 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop20h 31m

$499

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 3/13

1:54 am-12:34 am

1 stop18h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 3/21

5:21 am-11:40 pm

1 stop22h 19m

$522

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

1:23 am-11:26 pm

1 stop19h 03m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 5/3

12:01 am-11:40 pm

1 stop26h 39m

$522

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

1:23 am-10:43 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 4/25

4:17 am-11:40 pm

1 stop22h 23m

$542

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

1:23 am-7:23 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 4/18

12:46 am-11:40 pm

1 stop25h 54m

$542

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

7:02 am-8:50 am

1 stop20h 48m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 1/26

10:45 pm-9:45 am

1 stop16h 00m

$544

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 1/6

5:00 am-8:50 am

1 stop22h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 1/27

10:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$544

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

5:15 am-8:50 am

1 stop22h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 1/26

10:45 pm-9:45 am

1 stop16h 00m

$544

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

7:10 pm-8:50 am

1 stop32h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 2/3

10:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$553

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sun 1/4

5:15 am-8:50 am

1 stop22h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 1/27

10:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$594

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Best time to book a flight from California to Santiago

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santiago (average of $477). Flying from California to Santiago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $653). 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 SCL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Santiago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to Santiago in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Santiago

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Santiago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to SCL are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Santiago?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Santiago. 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 into for flights to Santiago from California?

    Located just 8.4 mi from the city center, Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Santiago from California.

  • How popular is this California to Santiago flight route?

    The California to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez flight path was viewed by 18 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Santiago?

    American Airlines, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from California to Santiago in just under 16h 42m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 58m. The distance between California and Santiago is about 5471 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $191 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $248 and Copa Airlines from $259 one-way.

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

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Santiago are Japan Airlines (74%), LATAM Airlines (74%) and Cathay Pacific (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Santiago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,460 for a flight from California to Santiago. The cheapest flight overall is $365 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez) is currently priced at $635.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santiago (average of $477). Flying from California to Santiago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $653). 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 Santiago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Santiago. 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$453Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$492Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$494Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$498Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$507Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$541Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$758Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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