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$202+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica 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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SCL
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Santiago

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sat 12/2710:08 amSJO - SCL
1 stop11h 16mCopa Airlines
Sat 3/211:38 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/22$413
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/245:49 amSJO - SCL
1 stop15h 35mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/315:12 amSCL - SJO
1 stop14h 41mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/21$418
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/266:07 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop8h 54mCopa Airlines
Tue 12/303:23 amSCL - SJO
1 stop16h 30mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/21$497
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/238:47 amSJO - SCL
1 stop8h 34mCopa Airlines
Sat 12/2712:20 pmSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/22$502
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/2310:08 amSJO - SCL
1 stop14h 19mCopa Airlines
Wed 1/213:34 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 26mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/23$507
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/266:07 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop8h 54mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/281:08 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/21$529
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/222:53 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop12h 08mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/281:08 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/21$534
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/282:53 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 50mCopa Airlines
Wed 1/75:20 amSCL - SJO
1 stop14h 41mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/22$556
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/235:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/267:25 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$560
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/235:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop18h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 12/2510:22 pmSCL - SJO
1 stop20h 13mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/22$567

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Santiago

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$393
(Priceline)

One-way from

$202
(LATAM Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$499
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica 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 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Santiago that are best for you.

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San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/7

1:55 am-1:25 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 4/22

6:10 am-2:05 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$404

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

4:45 pm-4:15 am

1 stop9h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 5/31

2:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$406

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/28

2:49 pm-3:00 am

1 stop10h 11m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 5/6

4:09 am-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$408

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

10:08 am-12:34 am

1 stop11h 26m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 3/27

5:21 am-7:01 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$424

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/19

10:08 am-12:34 am

1 stop11h 26m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 3/25

1:17 am-9:59 am

1 stop11h 42m

$424

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

10:08 am-3:58 am

1 stop14h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 3/25

1:17 am-9:05 am

1 stop10h 48m

$424

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/3

4:55 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 5/10

9:10 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$427

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/26

10:08 am-3:17 am

1 stop14h 09m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 4/6

4:17 am-1:52 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$429

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/1

1:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$202

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/30

9:45 am-12:30 am

1 stop11h 45m

$202

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Santiago

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Santiago (average of $201). Flying from Costa Rica to Santiago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 CR to SCL?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica 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 23, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Costa Rica to Santiago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 49% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to Santiago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to Santiago flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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.

How often are flights from Costa Rica to Santiago delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Costa Rica and Santiago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 251 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Costa Rica to Santiago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Costa Rica to Santiago flights?

Over the last year, JetSMART have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 100% of flights being delayed.

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 December 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Costa Rica to Santiago, such as Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, and Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,557 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,557 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,557 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,894 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,557 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,492 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,557 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica?

    Most people fly into Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) if they book a flight to Santiago from Costa Rica. Arturo Merino Benitez is conveniently located just 8.4 mi from Santiago’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Santiago?

    Copa Airlines can get you from Costa Rica to Santiago in just under 11h 26m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Costa Rica and Santiago is about 3123 mi.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Santiago are Avianca ($176), LATAM Airlines ($196), and Copa Airlines ($197).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to Santiago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica to Santiago?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Santiago (average of $201). Flying from Costa Rica to Santiago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 3 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Santiago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$304Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$331Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$338Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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