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$320+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SCL
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 4, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/111:05 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop15h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 9/3011:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop16h 34m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/2$609
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:30 am
SFO
-
SCL
2 stops18h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 5/1711:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop14h 28m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/3$614
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/119:25 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop17h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 4/2211:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop15h 34m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/3$633
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/178:55 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop15h 40m
Delta
Tue 12/297:45 am
SCL
-
SFO
2 stops20h 26m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$635
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/36:00 am
SFO
-
SCL
2 stops27h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 10/1611:05 pm
SCL
-
SFO
2 stops24h 32m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/3$638
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/211:45 pm
SFO
-
SCL
2 stops27h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 10/1011:05 pm
SCL
-
SFO
2 stops29h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/2$640
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2811:05 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop15h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 9/711:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop16h 34m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/2$642
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/410:57 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop15h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/2111:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop15h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$643
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/58:00 am
SFO
-
SCL
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/1511:25 pm
SCL
-
SFO
1 stop16h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$654

Find 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 February 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$614
(LATAM Airlines)

One-way from

$320
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$848
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Santiago that are best for you.

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Price

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

6:15 am-7:05 am

1 stop21h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 10/30

11:45 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop22h 38m

$670

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

10:13 am-7:05 am

2 stops17h 52m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 5/4

8:35 pm-11:02 am

1 stop17h 27m

$675

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sun 3/29

6:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 4/8

7:15 am-11:00 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$690

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

1:23 am-5:10 am

1 stop24h 47m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 4/28

4:49 am-11:40 pm

1 stop21h 51m

$693

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

9:25 am-7:50 am

1 stop18h 25m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 4/16

7:15 am-11:20 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$705

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Thu 4/23

6:00 am-1:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 5/3

11:25 pm-11:59 am

1 stop15h 34m

$705

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

2:15 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 4/27

12:30 am-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$708

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 4/3

9:25 am-7:50 am

1 stop18h 25m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 4/13

11:00 pm-7:09 pm

2 stops23h 09m

$710

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sun 3/29

9:14 am-7:50 am

2 stops18h 36m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 4/8

8:35 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$710

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-5:30 am

3 stops44h 30m

$320

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Santiago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Santiago in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Santiago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Santiago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Santiago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Santiago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Santiago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santiago from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 January 30, 2026.

Booking 23 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago (average of $482). Flying from San Francisco to Santiago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $663). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco 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 February 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa Airlines from San Francisco 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,556 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,222 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Santiago?

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Santiago can take about 21h 50m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $670. There are 5918 mi between San Francisco and Santiago. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $366, 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 United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $494 and $498, respectively. Avianca is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $191 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $248 and $299, respectively.

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

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Santiago that have layovers, most of them stop in Los Angeles. San Francisco to Santiago flights stop in Houston the next most. Atlanta comes next as the third most popular layover location for San Francisco to Santiago flights.

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

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Little Tokyo are currently the most popular points of interest in Los Angeles at the moment. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Little Tokyo are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 12.1 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 $39 per day.

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

    The majority of Houston visitors spend their time at Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center. Those on a layover in Houston interested in visiting Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, or Revention Music Center can do so by traveling 33.5 mi, 16.1 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Houston can rent a car from Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $31 per day.

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

    Most Atlanta visitors opt to spend their time at Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and Centennial Olympic Park. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and Centennial Olympic Park can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.4 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Travelers can book a car rental at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $49 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    The least popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Santiago is Panama City. Dallas is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Santiago.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago (average of $482). Flying from San Francisco to Santiago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $663). 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$366Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$494Average$744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$498Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$501Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$569Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$594Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AeromexicoCheapest$765Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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