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$303+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Santiago (SCL)

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SFO — SCL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in August or May, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Santiago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$598
(Priceline)

One-way from

$303
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$835
From San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
One-way flight from San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($138 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/42:20 pmSFO - SCL
2 stops20h 05mAvianca
Wed 8/132:30 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops25h 05mAvianca
Deal found 6/10$598
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/121:28 amSFO - SCL
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/222:30 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$639
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/181:28 amSFO - SCL
1 stop18h 40mCopa Airlines
Tue 8/264:10 amSCL - SFO
1 stop22h 30mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/11$644
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2112:30 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 30mLATAM Airlines
Thu 8/2810:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop14h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/12$651
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/287:00 amSFO - SCL
2 stops20h 50mDelta
Mon 9/155:55 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops22h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/11$688
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 11/412:43 amSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 07mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2110:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$695
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 10/3112:47 amSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1310:15 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop18h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$791

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Santiago that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Santiago

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

2:20 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 8/13

2:30 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$598

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

1:28 am-11:08 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 8/22

2:30 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$639

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

1:28 am-11:08 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 8/26

4:10 am-11:40 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$644

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

10:55 am-6:00 am

1 stop16h 05m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 8/25

10:45 pm-10:00 am

1 stop14h 15m

$651

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

7:00 am-6:50 am

2 stops20h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 9/15

5:55 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$688

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

12:43 am-8:50 am

1 stop27h 07m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 1/21

10:45 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$695

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

12:47 am-7:50 am

1 stop27h 03m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 11/13

10:15 pm-11:51 am

1 stop18h 36m

$791

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

12:05 am-10:30 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$303

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

1:28 am-2:47 am

1 stop22h 19m

$320

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

12:30 pm-6:00 am

1 stop14h 30m

$367

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Santiago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Santiago. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Santiago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to SCL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Santiago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Santiago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Santiago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Santiago by month

Plan your trip to Santiago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santiago ranges from 0.0 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Santiago when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santiago by month

Plan your trip to Santiago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santiago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Santiago, see what other customers have to say about Delta, LATAM Airlines and Copa Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Santiago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Santiago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $598, Avianca will fly you from San Francisco to Santiago and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from LATAM Airlines and Copa Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $640 and $644, respectively. Avianca is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Santiago one-way?

    $303 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines, with prices starting from $320 and $367, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Santiago?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are currently the most popular points of interest in Los Angeles at the moment. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Los Angeles can rent one for about $40 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    The majority of Panama City visitors spend their time at Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, or Panama Canal can do so by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Panama City can rent a car from Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $11 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Houston?

    Most Houston visitors opt to spend their time at Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center. Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center can be accessed by traveling approximately 33.5 mi, 16.1 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Travelers can book a car rental at Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $41 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Santiago flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Santiago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Santiago?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Santiago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$478Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$534Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$622Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$642Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$657Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$659Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AeromexicoCheapest$758Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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