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$119+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG) 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — SCL
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in October or May, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$234
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$119
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$306

Good round-trip deal

$411 or less

Good one-way deal

$121 or less
From Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1510:05 pmGIG - SCL
Nonstop4h 45mLATAM Airlines
Mon 8/183:12 pmSCL - GIG
1 stop16h 03mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/2$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/81:25 pmGIG - SCL
1 stop6h 06mJetSMART
Sat 8/166:24 amSCL - GIG
1 stop11h 56mJetSMART
Deal found 7/1$246
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 9/3011:05 amGIG - SCL
Nonstop5h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1410:15 amSCL - GIG
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$264
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 7/319:45 pmGIG - SCL
Nonstop4h 55mSky Airline
Thu 8/73:35 pmSCL - GIG
Nonstop4h 00mSky Airline
Deal found 7/3$293

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fly to

Santiago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/15

10:05 pm-1:50 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 8/18

3:12 pm-8:15 am

1 stop16h 03m

$234

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/8

1:25 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 8/16

6:24 am-7:20 pm

1 stop11h 56m

$246

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 9/30

11:05 am-4:06 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 10/14

10:15 am-8:25 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$264

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 7/31

9:45 pm-1:40 am

Nonstop4h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 8/7

3:35 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$293

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 9/13

4:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$119

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 7/31

9:45 pm-1:40 am

Nonstop4h 55m

$137

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 7/31

7:45 am-9:40 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$147

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/9

10:15 pm-6:56 am

1 stop9h 41m

$149

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 11/10

9:40 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$163

Rio de JaneiroSantiago

GIG - SCL

GIGSCL

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 9/12

3:05 am-8:35 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$197

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Deals found on 7/1

Best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago, you should look to book at least 29 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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 GIG to SCL?

Find hourly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago

Explore weekly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from GIG to SCL are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aerolineas Argentinas, LATAM Airlines, and GOL from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very good
891 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very good
891 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very good
891 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,805 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very good
891 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,086 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very good
891 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
JetSMART
6.6
Okay
201 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very good
891 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL), located 8.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago. 3 airlines have flights to Arturo Merino Benitez from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $234, LATAM Airlines will fly you from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago and back. In addition to LATAM Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from JetSMART and Sky Airline - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $246 and $293, respectively. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $119 on JetSMART. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sky Airline from $137 and LATAM Airlines from $149 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago are LATAM Airlines (89%), Delta (87%) and LATAM Airlines Brasil (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago?

    The cheapest flight price from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago is $76. On average you can expect to pay $405. The most popular route, (Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez), can usually be booked for $232.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport 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 3 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Santiago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sky AirlineCheapest$156Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
JetSMARTCheapest$175Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$219Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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