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$181+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 12/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SCL
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in August or May, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$352
(Priceline)

One-way from

$181
(Avianca)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$396
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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Cheapest flights from San José to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1810:10 amSJO - SCL
1 stop10h 20mAvianca
Fri 10/317:25 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 55mAvianca
Deal found 9/16$352
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/75:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 45mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/148:15 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$361
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/15:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop8h 30mLATAM Airlines
Wed 10/158:40 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$363
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/305:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 45mLATAM Airlines
Sat 10/48:15 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$367
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/65:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 45mLATAM Airlines
Thu 10/98:15 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$369
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/75:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 45mLATAM Airlines
Mon 10/208:15 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$371
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/15:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop8h 30mLATAM Airlines
Thu 10/168:15 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$375
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/285:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop8h 30mLATAM Airlines
Fri 11/78:50 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$378
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/265:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 25mLATAM Airlines
Wed 11/58:20 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/14$379
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/165:57 amSJO - SCL
1 stop11h 23mCopa Airlines
Wed 10/293:35 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 23mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/16$380
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 9/295:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 45mLATAM Airlines
Sat 11/86:40 amSCL - SJO
1 stop11h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 9/15$382

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Santiago that are best for you.

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Price

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/8

2:53 pm-3:43 am

1 stop9h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 11/15

3:23 am-9:59 am

1 stop9h 36m

$397

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

10:08 am-12:06 am

1 stop10h 58m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 11/20

5:12 am-9:56 pm

1 stop19h 44m

$397

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/26

10:08 am-3:42 am

1 stop14h 34m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 10/29

3:35 am-9:58 am

1 stop9h 23m

$397

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/16

8:11 am-12:04 am

1 stop12h 53m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 10/23

12:29 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$397

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

8:47 am-12:06 am

1 stop12h 19m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 11/20

3:23 am-9:59 am

1 stop9h 36m

$397

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/21

4:08 am-8:21 pm

1 stop13h 13m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 11/29

5:24 am-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$412

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/13

8:10 am-8:21 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 11/23

1:29 am-9:59 am

1 stop11h 30m

$412

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

4:08 am-11:41 pm

1 stop16h 33m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 11/14

1:29 am-8:19 am

1 stop9h 50m

$412

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/4

11:00 am-3:43 am

1 stop13h 43m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 12/12

5:12 am-6:37 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$412

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/28

1:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$181

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Santiago

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Santiago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Santiago. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Santiago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Santiago?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 September 16, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to Santiago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Santiago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Santiago flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

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 September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, and Avianca from San José to Santiago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,847 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,435 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José 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 José, San José Province to Santiago?

    A quick flight from San José, San José Province to Santiago can take about 9h 50m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $397. There are 3123 mi between San José, San José Province and Santiago.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Santiago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $321, Avianca will fly you from San José, San José Province to Santiago and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $331 and $358, respectively. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José, San José Province to Santiago?

    Flights departing from San José, San José Province and landing in Santiago layover in Panama City most frequently. Bogotá is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San José, San José Province to Santiago.

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

    If you're on a layover in Panama City and looking for things to do, consider visiting Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, or Panama Canal. Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal are located about 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those landing in Panama City looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $12 per day.

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

    Museo del Oro, Museo Botero, and Jardín botánico de Bogotá are currently the most popular points of interest in Bogotá at the moment. Those on a layover in Bogotá interested in visiting Museo del Oro, Museo Botero, or Jardín botánico de Bogotá can do so by traveling 8.6 mi, 8.9 mi, and 4.0 mi, respectively from Bogotá El Dorado. Travelers can book a car rental at Bogotá El Dorado for about $50 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José, San José Province to Santiago flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from San José, San José Province to Santiago is Lima.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Santiago?

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$321Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$331Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$358Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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