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$268+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SCL
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in April or August, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Santiago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Santiago (SCL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$604
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$268
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$799
From Chicago (CHI) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($124 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/107:30 pmORD - SCL
3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1612:30 pmSCL - ORD
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$604
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Sat 10/259:27 amORD - SCL
2 stops42h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/3110:50 amSCL - ORD
1 stop23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$607
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Fri 10/3110:27 amORD - SCL
3 stops23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/79:05 pmSCL - ORD
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$610
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Thu 10/3010:27 amORD - SCL
2 stops33h 48mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/611:25 pmSCL - ORD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$611
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Mon 11/101:35 pmORD - SCL
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1911:25 pmSCL - ORD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$618
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Wed 10/1511:13 amORD - SCL
3 stops33h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/297:25 amSCL - ORD
2 stops27h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$619
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Tue 9/162:35 pmORD - SCL
1 stop21h 50mAvianca
Tue 9/303:30 pmSCL - ORD
1 stop23h 45mAvianca
Deal found 9/15$620
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/91:35 pmORD - SCL
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1610:50 amSCL - ORD
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$621
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Tue 11/410:20 pmORD - SCL
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/184:25 pmSCL - ORD
2 stops48h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$623
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Sun 11/91:35 pmORD - SCL
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1811:25 pmSCL - ORD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$633
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Mon 10/2010:27 amORD - SCL
3 stops23h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/293:35 amSCL - ORD
3 stops23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$634
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sun 9/286:30 pmMDW - SCL
2 stops21h 45mLATAM Airlines
Wed 10/19:40 pmSCL - MDW
1 stop16h 08mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$739

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ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

4:03 pm-5:50 am

3 stops34h 47m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 11/18

12:30 pm-7:16 pm

3 stops33h 46m

$648

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

10:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 11/9

1:35 am-8:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$663

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/31

10:27 am-12:15 pm

3 stops23h 48m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 11/6

1:35 am-11:05 pm

3 stops24h 30m

$667

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/28

10:27 am-12:20 pm

3 stops23h 53m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 10/1

11:00 am-9:18 am

1 stop24h 18m

$668

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

10:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 11/16

1:35 am-8:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$669

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

6:56 am-11:41 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 11/17

3:23 am-12:05 am

1 stop23h 42m

$672

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/13

7:59 am-12:04 am

1 stop14h 05m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 10/20

4:47 am-12:21 am

1 stop21h 34m

$672

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

6:56 am-3:43 am

1 stop17h 47m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 11/10

5:12 am-12:05 am

1 stop21h 53m

$672

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

6:56 am-3:24 am

1 stop17h 28m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 11/22

3:23 am-12:05 am

1 stop23h 42m

$692

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

3:07 pm-6:00 am

1 stop12h 53m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 10/12

12:29 pm-12:21 am

1 stop13h 52m

$692

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Santiago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Santiago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Santiago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Santiago. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Santiago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from Chicago to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,098). 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 CHI to SCL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 September 16, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Santiago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Santiago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santiago. 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 Santiago. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Santiago, such as Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Santiago, you will be flying into Arturo Merino Benitez. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) is just 8.4 mi from the center of the city. Arturo Merino Benitez is the only Santiago airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 7 airlines have flights to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Santiago?

    Avianca, Delta, and LATAM Airlines can get you from Chicago to Santiago in just under 12h 36m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 14m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5301 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Santiago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Copa Airlines ($511), Avianca ($558), and Delta ($698) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Santiago. Copa Airlines is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from Chicago to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,098). 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 Chicago to Santiago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$511Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$558Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$698Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$703Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$703Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$707Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$823Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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