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$354+ 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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SCL
Mar 4 — Mar 111
Wed 3/4
Wed 3/11
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 February 2, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/229:18 pm
SAN
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SCL
1 stop22h 25m
Copa Airlines
Mon 4/274:17 am
SCL
-
SAN
1 stop17h 13m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/1$600
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 9/111:05 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop15h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 9/3011:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop19h 46m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/2$609
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Tue 8/1811:05 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop15h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 8/2511:00 pm
SCL
-
SFO
2 stops23h 24m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/31$618
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Wed 4/19:18 pm
SAN
-
SCL
1 stop19h 05m
Copa Airlines
Tue 4/1411:25 am
SCL
-
SAN
1 stop34h 05m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/1$619
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 6/411:30 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop16h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 7/611:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 46m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/31$630
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/239:18 pm
SAN
-
SCL
1 stop26h 40m
Copa Airlines
Tue 4/711:25 am
SCL
-
SAN
1 stop34h 05m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/1$630
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 4/119:25 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop17h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 4/2211:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 56m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/31$633
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 6/37:00 am
SFO
-
SCL
2 stops19h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 7/611:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop15h 34m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/31$634
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Thu 12/178:55 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop15h 40m
Delta
Mon 12/287:45 am
SCL
-
SFO
2 stops20h 26m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$635
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/239:07 am
SFO
-
SCL
2 stops19h 43m
American Airlines
Thu 10/19:30 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop19h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$640
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/67:00 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop19h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 7/511:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 46m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/31$645
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/101:12 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop15h 11m
Copa Airlines
Fri 5/1511:17 am
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop15h 23m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/1$652

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 February 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$600
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$354
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$830

Good round-trip deal

$838 or less

Good one-way deal

$408 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 February 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Santiago that are best for you.

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San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 6/9

7:30 am-6:55 am

2 stops20h 25m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 7/7

12:40 am-7:24 pm

2 stops21h 44m

$640

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 6/9

7:00 am-5:35 am

2 stops19h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 7/7

12:40 am-5:10 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$656

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Thu 6/4

9:30 am-5:35 am

1 stop17h 05m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 7/7

12:40 am-5:10 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$656

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

7:00 am-5:35 am

1 stop19h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 7/7

12:40 am-5:10 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$656

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 6/8

7:00 am-6:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 7/7

12:40 am-5:10 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$656

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 6/3

6:30 am-7:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 7/7

12:40 am-5:10 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$661

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 6/3

2:00 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 7/7

7:45 pm-3:17 pm

2 stops22h 32m

$670

TijuanaSantiago

TIJ - SCL

TIJSCL

Tijuana Rodriguez

Wed 3/18

6:51 am-3:30 pm

2 stops28h 39m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 3/25

10:25 pm-12:40 am

2 stops30h 15m

$695

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

10:30 pm-5:35 am

2 stops28h 05m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 7/7

9:25 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops28h 47m

$704

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

9:25 am-6:35 am

1 stop17h 10m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 4/15

7:45 am-7:53 am

2 stops27h 08m

$705

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Best time to book a flight from California to Santiago

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santiago (average of $480). Flying from California to Santiago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $649). 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 February 2, 2026.

When flying from California to Santiago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 February 2, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to SCL are scheduled on a Friday (5 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 20 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?

    LATAM Airlines, Delta, and Copa Airlines can get you from California to Santiago in just under 17h 49m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 36m. The distance between California and Santiago is about 5580 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 San Diego - 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 (81%), LATAM Airlines (81%) and Cathay Pacific (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Santiago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,457 for a flight from California to Santiago. The cheapest flight overall is $349 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez) is currently priced at $669.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santiago (average of $480). Flying from California to Santiago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $649). 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 February 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$366Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$453Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$494Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$498Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$507Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$541Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$765Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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