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$407+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Santiago (SCL)

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SFO — SCL
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in April or May, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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$713
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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 November 21, 2024.

This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/286:50 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop20h 22mCopa Airlines
Thu 12/1212:19 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop15h 59mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/20$711
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/286:50 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop20h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1111:15 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$730
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 12/112:30 amSFO - SCL
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2210:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$829
This LATAM 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/257:10 amSFO - SCL
2 stops28h 30mLATAM Airlines
Thu 12/56:45 amSCL - SFO
2 stops22h 02mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/20$834
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.
Thu 11/286:40 amSFO - SCL
2 stops20h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1210:30 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops19h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$847
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Tue 12/311:35 amSFO - SCL
2 stops31h 45mAvianca
Wed 1/223:25 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops25h 35mAvianca
Deal found 11/20$881
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/16:20 amSFO - SCL
1 stop19h 20mDelta
Thu 12/1211:15 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop16h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/20$933
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2011:06 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop17h 09mAeromexico
Wed 12/411:25 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop17h 15mAeromexico
Deal found 11/20$941

Find flights from San Francisco to Santiago within your budget

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sun 12/8

6:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop24h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 12/19

5:14 am-5:28 pm

1 stop17h 14m

$711

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

6:00 am-6:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 3/29

7:10 am-11:00 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$712

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

10:19 am-7:49 am

1 stop16h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 2/15

11:45 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop24h 34m

$713

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

7:00 am-6:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 1/27

9:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop31h 20m

$729

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 1/10

6:00 am-7:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 1/23

6:00 pm-11:43 am

2 stops22h 43m

$733

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

12:15 am-1:40 am

3 stops21h 25m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 3/28

3:05 am-12:45 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$737

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

1:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop14h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 2/13

10:45 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop25h 39m

$758

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

10:58 am-9:10 pm

2 stops29h 12m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 3/5

11:15 pm-9:58 am

2 stops39h 43m

$761

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

7:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 2/10

8:50 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop29h 52m

$934

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Thu 11/28

6:00 am-7:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

$407

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice 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 AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Santiago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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 AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Santiago

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

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 November 15, 2024.

Booking 73 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from San Francisco to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 SFO to SCL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Santiago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Santiago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Santiago. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Santiago flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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.

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 November 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Santiago, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Copa Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,939 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
2,004 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,914 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

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

    Currently priced at $713, American Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Santiago and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from LATAM Airlines and Copa Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $722 and $724, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $407 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $409 and $417, 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 Panama City the next most. Houston 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 L.A. Live are currently the most popular points of interest in Los Angeles at the moment. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 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 $43 per day.

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

    The majority of Panama City visitors spend their time at Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, and Soberania National Park. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, or Soberania National Park can do so by traveling 14.7 mi, 15.1 mi, and 18.4 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Panama City can rent a car from Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $16 per day.

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

    Most Houston visitors opt to spend their time at Space Center Houston, Houston Zoo, and House of Blues Houston. Space Center Houston, Houston Zoo, and House of Blues Houston can be accessed by traveling approximately 33.5 mi, 18.9 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Travelers can book a car rental at Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $46 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 Dallas. Atlanta 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from San Francisco to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$473Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$534Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$622Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$648Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$654Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$660Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AeromexicoCheapest$785Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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