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$249+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SCL
Apr 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in April or October, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Santiago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$544
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$273
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$666
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/122:35 pmORD - SCL
1 stop21h 50mAvianca
Mon 5/1911:55 pmSCL - ORD
1 stop14h 20mAvianca
Deal found 4/2$544
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/122:35 pmORD - SCL
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1911:55 pmSCL - ORD
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$587
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/81:07 amORD - SCL
1 stop17h 17mCopa Airlines
Mon 7/212:23 amSCL - ORD
1 stop22h 57mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/1$792
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1510:35 amMDW - SCL
1 stop19h 25mDelta
Wed 10/111:25 pmSCL - MDW
2 stops20h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/2$804
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/189:30 amORD - SCL
2 stops19h 10mDelta
Thu 10/29:40 pmSCL - ORD
1 stop14h 23mDelta
Deal found 4/2$804
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 10/161:05 pmMDW - SCL
2 stops14h 55mLATAM Airlines
Thu 10/3010:50 pmSCL - MDW
2 stops21h 08mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/31$808
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/297:00 amORD - SCL
1 stop22h 45mLATAM Airlines
Sun 9/78:40 pmSCL - ORD
2 stops18h 38mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/1$844
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/86:00 amMDW - SCL
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/118:40 pmSCL - MDW
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,060

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

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ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

2:35 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 5/19

11:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$544

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

2:35 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 5/19

11:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$587

ChicagoSantiago

MDW - SCL

MDWSCL

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/15

10:35 am-8:00 am

1 stop19h 25m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 10/1

11:25 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops20h 33m

$804

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/25

3:07 pm-5:04 am

1 stop12h 57m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 7/5

2:23 am-11:52 pm

1 stop22h 29m

$862

ChicagoSantiago

MDW - SCL

MDWSCL

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/1

4:15 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 6/10

8:40 pm-9:54 am

1 stop14h 14m

$875

ChicagoSantiago

MDW - SCL

MDWSCL

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops15h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 5/11

8:40 pm-9:40 am

1 stop14h 00m

$1,060

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

2:35 pm-4:15 am

1 stop12h 40m

$249

ChicagoSantiago

ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

4:35 pm-1:25 pm

3 stops43h 50m

$360

ChicagoSantiago

MDW - SCL

MDWSCL

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/15

10:35 am-5:40 am

2 stops18h 05m

$458

ChicagoSantiago

MDW - SCL

MDWSCL

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/20

6:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops14h 55m

$482

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Santiago in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Chicago-Santiago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Santiago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Santiago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Santiago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Santiago. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Santiago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 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 Chicago to Santiago?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 April 3, 2025.

When flying from Chicago 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 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Santiago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Santiago flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 April 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines from Chicago to Santiago to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
1,400 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
1,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,304 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Chicago 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 Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago 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 Chicago per day. 7 airlines have flights to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez from Chicago on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, Avianca ($544), Copa Airlines ($792), and Delta ($804) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Santiago. Avianca is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $273. Copa Airlines flights start at $455 while deals on Delta start at $458 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Santiago?

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$512Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$620Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$707Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$734Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$750Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$782Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$792Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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