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$186+ 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SCL
ene. 7 — ene. 141
mié. 1/7
mié. 1/14
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 diciembre 8, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
mié. 12/1011:00 amSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 41mCopa Airlines
mié. 12/175:44 amSCL - SJO
1 stop19h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/7$360
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
vie. 12/1210:08 amSJO - SCL
1 stop14h 35mCopa Airlines
vie. 12/193:23 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/8$365
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
mié. 12/108:47 amSJO - SCL
1 stop15h 56mCopa Airlines
vie. 12/191:08 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/7$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/69:45 amSJO - SCL
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/1312:20 pmSCL - SJO
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$400
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
vie. 12/1211:00 amSJO - SCL
1 stop13h 43mCopa Airlines
dom. 12/211:08 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/8$401
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
jue. 12/112:53 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 50mCopa Airlines
jue. 12/185:12 amSCL - SJO
1 stop11h 09mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/7$407
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
mar. 12/162:53 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 50mCopa Airlines
jue. 12/183:23 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/8$418
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
jue. 12/182:53 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 50mCopa Airlines
mar. 12/231:08 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 11mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/7$428
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
vie. 12/1211:00 amSJO - SCL
1 stop13h 43mCopa Airlines
jue. 12/185:12 amSCL - SJO
1 stop11h 09mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/8$433
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
mié. 12/242:53 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop12h 08mCopa Airlines
sáb. 12/271:29 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/7$434
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
mar. 12/168:10 amSJO - SCL
1 stop13h 14mCopa Airlines
mié. 12/1712:20 pmSCL - SJO
1 stop12h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/8$438

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Santiago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Santiago flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$378
(LATAM Airlines)

One-way from

$186
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$499
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 diciembre 8, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Santiago that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Santiago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 12/11

2:19 pm-3:43 am

1 stop10h 24m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

vie. 12/19

1:08 am-7:10 am

1 stop9h 02m

$381

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 12/11

8:10 am-8:21 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

jue. 12/18

5:12 am-1:21 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$385

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 12/16

8:10 am-12:24 am

1 stop13h 14m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

jue. 12/18

3:23 am-9:59 am

1 stop9h 36m

$418

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 12/19

4:08 am-8:21 pm

1 stop13h 13m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

mar. 12/23

1:08 am-7:10 am

1 stop9h 02m

$428

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 12/24

10:08 am-3:43 am

1 stop14h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

sáb. 12/27

1:29 am-9:05 am

1 stop10h 36m

$434

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 12/16

8:47 am-12:24 am

1 stop12h 37m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

mié. 12/17

12:20 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop12h 36m

$438

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 12/19

10:08 am-11:41 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

mar. 12/23

5:44 am-1:21 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$449

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 12/24

5:00 pm-4:30 am

1 stop8h 30m

$186

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 2/2

4:15 pm-5:30 am

1 stop10h 15m

$202

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 12/23

5:00 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$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 $292). 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 diciembre 8, 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 diciembre 8, 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
1,555 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,555 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,555 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,889 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,555 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,478 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,555 reviews

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

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 10h 24m. 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 $292). 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 diciembre 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$306Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$331Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$337Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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