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$620+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) 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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SCL
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in May or August, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Santiago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,294
(LATAM Airlines)

One-way from

$620
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,698

Good round-trip deal

$1,330 or less

Good one-way deal

$814 or less
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 11/148:35 amMEL - SCL
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/131:40 amSCL - MEL
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,284
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 4/257:00 amMEL - SCL
1 stop21h 20mLATAM Airlines
Thu 5/1512:35 pmSCL - MEL
1 stop19h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,294
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/49:20 amMEL - SCL
1 stop18h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 3/212:55 amSCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,534
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/2611:45 pmMEL - SCL
2 stops68h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 6/2210:55 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops57h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/20$1,595
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 2/178:00 amMEL - SCL
2 stops38h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/2410:45 pmSCL - MEL
2 stops69h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,840

Find flights from Melbourne to Santiago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 January 21, 2025.

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MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 4/25

7:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 5/15

12:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$1,294

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops45h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 6/17

12:35 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$1,312

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Tue 2/4

9:20 am-2:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 3/2

12:55 am-5:25 am

Nonstop14h 30m

$1,534

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 5/26

11:45 pm-5:50 am

2 stops68h 05m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 6/22

10:55 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops57h 20m

$1,595

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

1:00 pm-8:50 am

2 stops57h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 3/14

9:45 pm-8:30 am

2 stops44h 45m

$1,831

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 7/7

12:00 pm-11:00 am

Nonstop13h 00m

$620

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 7/7

5:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop31h 30m

$655

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 3/24

12:45 am-7:00 am

2 stops44h 15m

$941

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Tue 3/25

12:30 pm-11:20 am

Nonstop12h 50m

$1,384

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 3/26

10:40 pm-9:45 am

3 stops49h 05m

$1,435

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Deals found on 1/21

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

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Santiago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Santiago. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago, you should look to book at least 67 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 January 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago as you normally would.

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 January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific from Melbourne to Santiago. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,858 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,858 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,858 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
824 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,858 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,858 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,858 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,858 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Fantastic! Everything about my flight from Sao Paulo to Atlanta went well. The gate area was excellent, roomy and clean. Communication was clear and timely. The boarding process was simple and efficient. The plane was excellent as was the crew. Great job!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne 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 1 inbound flight from Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    LATAM Airlines, at $1,294, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Santiago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific. LATAM Airlines is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $620 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 Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $941 and $1,384, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Before booking your flight to Santiago from Melbourne Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (88%), LATAM Airlines (88%), Cathay Pacific( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago? While on average our users pay $1,234, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $623. The most popular route (Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez), is priced around $1,561.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago (average of $752). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Santiago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,215Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,460Average$1,769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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