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$260+ Cheap flights from California to Santiago (SCL)

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LAX — SCL
Dec 6 — Dec 131
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Cheap flight deals from California to Santiago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Santiago flight deals. Data was last updated November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$526
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$260
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$775

Good round-trip deal

$808 or less

Good one-way deal

$353 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez flight deals.
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From California to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
One-way flight from California to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.

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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 November 6, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Wed 11/197:10 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop32h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/510:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop23h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$526
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/289:10 amSFO - SCL
1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/1710:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop24h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$534
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 12/47:00 amSFO - SCL
1 stop19h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/1311:55 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops20h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/3011:59 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1910:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop24h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$543
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 11/2711:59 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/1710:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop24h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/2311:59 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/710:30 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops20h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$547
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Tue 11/111:15 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/2511:15 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop20h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$549
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sun 11/168:10 pmSAN - SCL
1 stop22h 31mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/235:12 amSCL - SAN
1 stop16h 51mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/6$551
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/77:10 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop32h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2110:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop27h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$553
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/910:15 amSFO - SCL
2 stops17h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1811:15 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop17h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$554
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/1212:36 amSFO - SCL
1 stop18h 30mCopa Airlines
Mon 11/173:23 amSCL - SFO
1 stop24h 54mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/5$557
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/111:59 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1811:15 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops21h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$558

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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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Santiago that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Santiago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

12:43 am-7:50 am

1 stop27h 07m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 3/24

9:45 pm-9:54 am

1 stop16h 09m

$553

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Fri 12/5

8:12 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop19h 09m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 12/12

5:44 am-5:37 pm

1 stop16h 53m

$571

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Thu 11/27

12:16 pm-7:40 am

1 stop14h 24m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 12/6

4:35 am-11:35 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$574

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Sat 2/28

10:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop27h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 3/7

6:30 pm-2:22 pm

2 stops24h 52m

$579

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

7:15 am-7:40 am

1 stop19h 25m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 11/27

11:35 pm-11:30 am

1 stop16h 55m

$594

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-6:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 2/3

11:10 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$594

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

11:46 am-7:40 am

1 stop14h 54m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 1/23

6:30 pm-10:38 am

2 stops21h 08m

$594

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

7:00 am-7:40 am

2 stops19h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 1/22

4:35 am-11:16 pm

2 stops23h 41m

$599

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

5:00 am-7:50 am

1 stop22h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 3/19

9:45 pm-9:54 am

1 stop16h 09m

$604

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

12:36 am-3:43 am

1 stop22h 07m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 12/13

5:44 am-11:17 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$612

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santiago (average of $395). Flying from California to Santiago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $659). 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 November 6, 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. Friday 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 November 6, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to SCL are scheduled on a Wednesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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?

  • How long is the flight from California to Santiago?

    United Airlines, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines can get you from California to Santiago in just under 14h 24m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 43m. 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 $268 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $282 and American Airlines from $303 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 LATAM Airlines (94%), Delta (94%) and Japan Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Santiago?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,385 for a flight from California to Santiago. The cheapest flight overall is $333 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez) is currently priced at $595.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santiago (average of $395). Flying from California to Santiago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $659). 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$428Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$453Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$507Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$542Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$594Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$758Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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