What airlines fly to Santiago?

American Airlines, Avianca and LATAM Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Santiago from Chicago according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Santiago. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Santiago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Santiago?

Bogotá (BOG) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Santiago?

Flights via Bogotá (BOG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $627.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez?

Avianca and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Santiago?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 36m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Santiago?

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 25m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Santiago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $841 to $1,276. The lowest price recently found on this route was $697.

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3:55 pm - 12:15 pmORD-SCL

17h 20m1 stop

7:25 am - 9:20 pmSCL-ORD

15h 55m1 stop

$697Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Feb 23 - Sat, Mar 14

7:59 pm - 4:00 amORD-SCL

29h 01m3 stops

1:35 am - 9:20 pmSCL-ORD

21h 45m1 stop

$698Multiple Airlines

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10:20 pm - 3:20 pmORD-SCL

14h 00m1 stop

1:35 am - 8:20 pmSCL-ORD

21h 45m1 stop

$700Avianca

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Wed, Jan 14 - Fri, Feb 27

9:34 am - 10:15 pmORD-SCL

33h 41m3 stops

1:35 am - 8:09 amSCL-ORD

33h 34m3 stops

$701Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13

10:27 am - 12:15 pmORD-SCL

23h 48m3 stops

11:00 pm - 6:15 pmSCL-ORD

20h 15m1 stop

$702Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Apr 1 - Mon, Apr 6

10:20 pm - 3:20 pmORD-SCL

14h 00m1 stop

1:35 am - 8:20 pmSCL-ORD

21h 45m1 stop

$706Avianca

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Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 29

10:40 am - 5:55 amORD-SCL

17h 15m1 stop

7:45 am - 11:56 pmSCL-ORD

17h 11m2 stops

$714LATAM Airlines

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Thu, Mar 26 - Mon, Apr 6

10:49 am - 6:35 amMDW-SCL

17h 46m2 stops

6:30 pm - 12:02 pmSCL-MDW

19h 32m2 stops

$714Delta

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6:00 am - 7:40 amMDW-SCL

22h 40m1 stop

10:10 pm - 9:55 amSCL-MDW

13h 45m1 stop

$741LATAM Airlines

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1:29 pm - 7:40 amMDW-SCL

15h 11m2 stops

8:15 am - 10:22 pmSCL-MDW

17h 07m2 stops

$769Delta

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Mar 10

MDW10:49 amChicago Midway

17h 46m

2 stops

SCL6:35 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mar 17

SCL10:10 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

20h 43m

1 stop

MDW4:53 pmChicago Midway

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Mar 30

MDW5:38 pmChicago Midway

12h 22m

1 stop

SCL8:00 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Apr 6

SCL11:00 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

18h 53m

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MDW4:53 pmChicago Midway

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Mar 29

ORD7:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 04m

1 stop

SCL8:00 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Apr 7

SCL10:55 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

23h 39m

1 stop

ORD9:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$722

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Dec 2

ORD12:33 amChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 42m

1 stop

SCL9:15 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Dec 10

SCL11:25 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

26h 16m

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ORD10:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Dec 4

ORD12:33 amChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 42m

1 stop

SCL9:15 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Dec 12

SCL11:25 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

16h 47m

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ORD1:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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3:55 pm-12:15 pm

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1 stop15h 55m

$697

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Mon 2/23

7:59 pm-4:00 am

3 stops29h 01m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 3/13

1:35 am-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$698

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ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

10:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 2/27

1:35 am-8:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

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ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

9:34 am-10:15 pm

3 stops33h 41m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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1:35 am-8:09 am

3 stops33h 34m

$701

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ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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10:27 am-12:15 pm

3 stops23h 48m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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11:00 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$702

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ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

10:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 1/29

1:35 am-8:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$706

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ORD - SCL

ORDSCL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/26

10:40 am-5:55 am

1 stop17h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 4/6

7:45 am-11:56 pm

2 stops17h 11m

$714

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MDW - SCL

MDWSCL

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/10

10:49 am-6:35 am

2 stops17h 46m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 3/17

6:30 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops19h 32m

$714

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MDW - SCL

MDWSCL

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-7:40 am

1 stop22h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 3/14

10:10 pm-9:55 am

1 stop13h 45m

$741

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MDW - SCL

MDWSCL

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/27

1:29 pm-7:40 am

2 stops15h 11m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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8:15 am-10:22 pm

2 stops17h 07m

$769

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Santiago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santiago?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Santiago. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $665. If you don’t want to visit Santiago in September, then you should wait until August to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $791.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santiago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santiago is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $847. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Santiago on Saturday is $992.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Santiago?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Santiago when you can find flight prices for as low as $843. Flying to Santiago in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Santiago, so prices are often more expensive at around $942 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Santiago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Santiago from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santiago for around $852 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Santiago from Chicago for as low as $673 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Santiago flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Santiago flight.

How have Chicago to Santiago flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Chicago to Santiago flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Chicago to Santiago takes 12h 02m

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How far is Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez by plane?
The distance between Chicago and Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez is about 5311.0 mi. 12h 02m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Santiago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Santiago, the leading airline is Avianca, making up 26% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include LATAM Airlines with 20%, American Airlines with 18%, and Delta with 16%.

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Air Canada	PriceFrom $484	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,476 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $564	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,477 reviews	Search Avianca flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $626	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,046 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $626	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,999 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $639	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,038 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $641	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,569 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $684	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,886 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Santiago?

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santiago?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Santiago?

How far in advance should I book a flight to Santiago?

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Santiago flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Santiago flight.

How have Chicago to Santiago flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Chicago to Santiago flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez?

Avianca and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

What airlines fly to Santiago?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Santiago?

Bogotá (BOG) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Santiago?

Flights via Bogotá (BOG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $627.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Santiago?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 36m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Santiago?

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 25m.

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