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$827+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) 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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SCL
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in May or August, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Santiago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 November 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,338
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$827
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,524

Good round-trip deal

$1,371 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,130 or less
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/251:00 pmMEL - SCL
2 stops57h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/110:45 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops69h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,882
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Mon 12/11:00 pmMEL - SCL
2 stops57h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/710:45 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops45h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,890
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 12/711:30 amMEL - SCL
2 stops35h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2110:45 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops46h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,910
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 12/131:00 pmMEL - SCL
2 stops57h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2710:45 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops68h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,985
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/198:15 amMEL - SCL
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2611:15 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops55h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,990
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/1111:30 amMEL - SCL
2 stops35h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/2310:45 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops69h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$2,004
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/1311:30 amMEL - SCL
2 stops35h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2110:45 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops48h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$2,006
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 12/144:05 pmMEL - SCL
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2010:30 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops58h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$2,080
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/1311:30 amMEL - SCL
2 stops35h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/2310:45 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops69h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$2,101
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 12/2711:30 amMEL - SCL
2 stops59h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/2510:45 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops45h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,175

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 November 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Santiago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 1/14

6:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops51h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 1/29

10:30 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops53h 15m

$1,383

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sun 5/3

9:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop15h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 5/15

1:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$1,588

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

8:40 am-5:55 am

2 stops59h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 3/24

11:55 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops57h 05m

$1,632

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sun 3/1

3:35 pm-6:55 am

2 stops53h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 4/30

10:55 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops57h 20m

$1,638

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

8:40 am-5:35 am

2 stops58h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 4/19

10:55 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops57h 20m

$1,643

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sat 3/14

8:40 am-5:55 am

2 stops59h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 4/18

11:25 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops56h 50m

$1,643

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 4/3

12:45 pm-11:30 am

Nonstop12h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 4/17

1:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$1,895

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Tue 12/9

11:30 am-8:50 am

2 stops35h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 1/21

10:45 pm-11:05 am

2 stops46h 20m

$1,910

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

11:05 am-9:50 am

3 stops60h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 4/14

2:55 pm-7:20 am

2 stops50h 25m

$2,143

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

11:30 am-8:50 am

2 stops35h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 1/19

10:45 pm-9:30 am

2 stops44h 45m

$2,213

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/18

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Compare providers for flights from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Santiago in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Melbourne Airport-Santiago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Santiago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Santiago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Santiago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Melbourne Airport-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 Melbourne to Santiago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santiago from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Santiago. Price data was last updated on November 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago, you should look to book at least 26 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 Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago (average of $854). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,577). 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 MEL to SCL?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 November 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 November 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines and Qantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Santiago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,882 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,882 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,882 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,882 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Santiago, you will be flying into Arturo Merino Benitez. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) is just 8.4 mi from the center of the city. Arturo Merino Benitez is the only Santiago airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    For as low as $1,588, Qantas Airways can have you in Santiago from Melbourne Airport in 15h 50m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Santiago is about 7014 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago round-trip?

    LATAM Airlines, at $1,209, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Santiago. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. LATAM Airlines is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Before booking your flight to Santiago from Melbourne Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Cathay Pacific (86%), LATAM Airlines (82%), Qantas Airways( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago? While on average our users pay $1,436, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $911. The most popular route (Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez), is priced around $1,407.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Santiago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago (average of $854). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,577). 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 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Santiago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 November 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,209Average$1,496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,241Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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