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$260+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SCL
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in August or November, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Santiago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$408
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$260
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$500
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

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.
lun. 8/181:55 amSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 30mAvianca
mar. 8/2611:55 pmSCL - SJO
1 stop11h 25mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$412
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/1110:56 amSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 59mCopa Airlines
jue. 3/2012:28 pmSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 39mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$418
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/95:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop10h 25mLATAM Airlines
vie. 3/218:10 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/20$462
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/135:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
dom. 9/217:10 amSCL - SJO
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$466

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Fly from

San José

Fly to

Santiago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 8/18

1:55 am-1:25 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

mar. 8/26

11:55 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 25m

$412

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/11

10:56 am-3:39 am

1 stop13h 43m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

lun. 3/31

5:19 am-1:21 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$418

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 3/9

5:00 pm-6:25 am

1 stop10h 25m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

vie. 3/21

8:10 am-3:40 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$462

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 3/9

5:00 pm-5:40 am

1 stop9h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

jue. 3/20

1:32 am-7:34 am

1 stop9h 02m

$515

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/10

5:21 pm-6:00 am

1 stop9h 39m

$260

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/25

5:00 pm-6:25 am

1 stop10h 25m

$269

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/10

10:15 am-11:40 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$277

San JoséSantiago

SJO - SCL

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/24

4:09 am-10:15 pm

2 stops15h 06m

$312

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Santiago

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Santiago?

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

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Santiago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 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 San José, San José Province to Santiago?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 febrero 20, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province 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 19% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Santiago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Santiago flight should consider departing on Thursday 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 febrero 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Avianca from San José to Santiago. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,795 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Avianca
6.8
Okay
2,435 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José 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 José, San José Province to Santiago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $415, Avianca will fly you from San José, San José Province to Santiago and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $418 and $455, respectively. These flights start at 11% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Santiago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Copa Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $260. Users have also found prices from $269 and $277 on LATAM Airlines and Avianca, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José, San José Province to Santiago?

    Flights departing from San José, San José Province and landing in Santiago layover in Panama City most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

    If you're on a layover in Panama City and looking for things to do, consider visiting Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, or Soberania National Park. Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, and Soberania National Park are located about 14.7 mi, 15.1 mi, and 18.4 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those landing in Panama City looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $14 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José, San José Province to Santiago flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from San José, San José Province to Santiago is Bogotá.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Santiago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Santiago?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 3 airlines flying from San José to Santiago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$337Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$350Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$360Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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