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$417+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Chile

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SCL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$914
(Delta)

One-way from

$417
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$996
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Chile
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Chile. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:15 amSAN - SCL
1 stop19h 45mLATAM Airlines
Wed 10/228:15 amSCL - SAN
1 stop18h 39mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/19$804
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/152:30 pmSAN - SCL
3 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/228:15 amSCL - SAN
2 stops18h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$847
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:00 amSAN - SCL
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Sat 5/178:40 pmSCL - SAN
1 stop25h 55mDelta
Deal found 2/20$914
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/154:10 pmSAN - SCL
2 stops27h 54mCopa Airlines
Tue 10/211:23 amSCL - SAN
2 stops25h 05mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/19$916
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 4/127:12 amSAN - SCL
2 stops20h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/209:55 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops23h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$958
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/110:00 amSAN - PUQ
2 stops25h 23mDelta
Wed 9/1012:21 pmPUQ - SAN
2 stops32h 50mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,020
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/27:30 pmSAN - PUQ
3 stops43h 13mLATAM Airlines
Tue 9/93:13 pmPUQ - SAN
3 stops22h 31mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,104
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/1710:32 amSAN - SCL
1 stop17h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/319:45 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops43h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,113
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/257:30 pmSAN - SCL
2 stops36h 50mAir Canada
Sat 4/511:55 pmSCL - SAN
2 stops39h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$1,172
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:15 pmSAN - IPC
2 stops41h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sun 4/132:50 pmIPC - SAN
2 stops46h 14mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/20$2,041
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/611:22 amSAN - IPC
3 stops48h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/132:50 pmIPC - SAN
2 stops30h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$2,781

Find flights from San Diego to Chile within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Chile 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 20, 2025.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Chile

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Thu 5/1

8:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 5/17

8:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$914

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Mon 3/31

6:15 am-10:15 pm

3 stops36h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 4/4

12:25 am-7:41 am

3 stops35h 16m

$955

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Sat 4/12

7:12 am-6:55 am

2 stops20h 43m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 4/20

9:55 pm-6:28 pm

2 stops23h 33m

$958

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Sun 3/23

10:30 pm-6:20 am

1 stop27h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 4/3

9:40 pm-10:11 am

1 stop16h 31m

$1,091

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Mon 3/17

10:32 am-7:50 am

1 stop17h 18m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 3/31

9:45 pm-1:03 pm

2 stops43h 18m

$1,113

San DiegoPunta Arenas

SAN - PUQ

SANPUQ

San Diego

Mon 4/21

6:15 am-6:36 pm

3 stops32h 21m

Punta Arenas Pres Ibanez

Sun 5/4

2:09 pm-10:22 am

3 stops24h 13m

$1,130

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Tue 3/25

7:30 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 4/5

11:55 pm-11:48 am

2 stops39h 53m

$1,172

San DiegoSantiago

SAN - SCL

SANSCL

San Diego

Thu 5/1

6:15 am-5:04 am

2 stops19h 49m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 5/16

2:24 am-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$1,190

San DiegoEaster Island

SAN - IPC

SANIPC

San Diego

Sun 4/6

6:15 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops41h 35m

Easter Island Mataveri Intl

Sun 4/13

2:50 pm-12:04 pm

2 stops46h 14m

$2,041

San DiegoEaster Island

SAN - IPC

SANIPC

San Diego

Sun 4/6

11:22 am-12:50 pm

3 stops48h 28m

Easter Island Mataveri Intl

Sun 4/13

2:50 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops30h 14m

$2,781

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Chile

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Chile including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Chile?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chile (average of $752). Flying from San Diego to Chile 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 SAN to CL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Chile. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Chile, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Chile by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chile 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 Chile when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Chile by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chile, 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 Chile

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chile. 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 Chile. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,795 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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 Diego to Chile. 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 from for flights from San Diego to Chile?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Chile. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Chile one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $417. Copa Airlines flights start at $480 while deals on Delta start at $593 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Chile?

    The most popular flight routes from San Diego to Chile are San Diego - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez, San Diego - Punta Arenas Pres Ibanez and San Diego - Easter Island Mataveri Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Chile that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Chile?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Chile?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Chile 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 Diego to Chile?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chile (average of $752). Flying from San Diego to Chile 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Chile

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Chile. 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$542Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$772Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$782Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$802Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$808Average$954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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