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$401+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Santiago (SCL)

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SFO — SCL
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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The best prices from San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in May or April, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$723
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$401
(CrystalTravel)

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May

Average price

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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/3112:44 amSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 35mCopa Airlines
Sat 3/812:28 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop15h 56mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$753
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/286:50 pmSFO - SCL
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/1210:45 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$770
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3012:33 amSFO - SCL
1 stop14h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/84:00 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$797
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/286:00 amSFO - SCL
2 stops20h 00mLATAM Airlines
Wed 2/128:55 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops19h 39mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/17$872
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/266:00 amSFO - SCL
1 stop19h 00mDelta
Wed 1/227:50 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops21h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,008
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:35 amSFO - SCL
2 stops17h 05mAvianca
Wed 1/226:55 amSCL - SFO
2 stops20h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/17$1,126
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/317:00 amSFO - SCL
2 stops24h 10mAir Canada
Wed 3/58:50 pmSCL - SFO
2 stops23h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$1,409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/188:25 amSFO - SCL
2 stops19h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/2510:30 pmSCL - SFO
1 stop17h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,482

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

5:00 am-7:50 am

1 stop22h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 3/28

9:45 pm-7:39 am

1 stop37h 54m

$723

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

12:32 am-6:25 am

2 stops26h 53m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 4/22

4:55 pm-12:17 pm

2 stops22h 22m

$727

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

6:00 am-7:20 am

1 stop21h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 3/28

6:45 am-11:27 pm

2 stops20h 42m

$733

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

11:54 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop17h 21m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 3/29

11:15 pm-2:21 pm

1 stop19h 06m

$734

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

1:51 am-12:13 am

1 stop18h 22m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 4/6

12:19 am-11:40 pm

1 stop26h 21m

$737

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

10:20 am-7:55 am

1 stop17h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 3/26

10:45 pm-1:37 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$738

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

8:27 am-7:20 am

2 stops17h 53m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 2/26

12:25 am-11:24 pm

2 stops27h 59m

$757

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

2:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 3/22

6:55 am-10:55 pm

2 stops20h 00m

$871

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

6:00 am-7:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

$401

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

6:05 am-6:57 pm

3 stops31h 52m

$403

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Santiago

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 San Francisco-Santiago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Santiago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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 December 13, 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 $939). 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 December 18, 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 18% 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 December 16, 2024.

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

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 December 18, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Santiago, see what other customers have to say about LATAM Airlines, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,721 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
1,879 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,930 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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 $723, United Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Santiago and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $733 and $738, respectively. United Airlines is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $401 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from LATAM Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Air Canada, with prices starting from $407 and $412, 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 $40 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 $12 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 $45 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 $939). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$478Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$508Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$622Average$975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$651Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$656Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$662Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AeromexicoCheapest$785Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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