What airlines fly to Santiago?

LATAM Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Santiago from San Francisco according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% 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 layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Santiago?

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $668.

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

Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights connecting via Panama City (PTY) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 44m.

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

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 53m.

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport were last updated today.

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

As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$356 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Santiago in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,025 to $733. The lowest price recently found on this route was $703.

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11:05 am - 5:35 am

SFO

SCL

15h 30m

1 stop

11:25 pm - 11:59 am

SCL

SFO

16h 34m

1 stop

$703LATAM Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

8:21 pm - 11:22 pm

SFO

SCL

24h 01m

1 stop

3:27 am - 6:10 pm

SCL

SFO

18h 43m

1 stop

$706Copa Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 29

2:15 pm - 1:30 pm

SFO

SCL

20h 15m

2 stops

3:20 pm - 12:50 pm

SCL

SFO

24h 30m

2 stops

$707Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

4:30 pm - 5:35 am

SFO

SCL

34h 05m

1 stop

11:25 pm - 11:27 am

SCL

SFO

15h 02m

1 stop

$710Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 10

6:00 am - 5:35 am

SFO

SCL

19h 35m

1 stop

11:25 pm - 12:27 pm

SCL

SFO

18h 02m

1 stop

$719Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Thu, Nov 12

11:55 pm - 4:16 am

SFO

SCL

25h 21m

3 stops

6:40 am - 11:55 pm

SCL

SFO

20h 15m

2 stops

$721Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

6:00 am - 5:35 am

SFO

SCL

20h 35m

2 stops

11:25 pm - 3:11 pm

SCL

SFO

19h 46m

1 stop

$724LATAM Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

8:43 pm - 5:35 am

SFO

SCL

29h 52m

1 stop

11:25 pm - 11:26 am

SCL

SFO

15h 01m

1 stop

$726Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 20

4:55 pm - 2:05 pm

SFO

SCL

17h 10m

2 stops

5:40 am - 12:27 pm

SCL

SFO

34h 47m

2 stops

$728Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 21

4:15 pm - 1:05 pm

SFO

SCL

16h 50m

2 stops

12:40 am - 5:11 pm

SCL

SFO

20h 31m

2 stops

$734LATAM Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28

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Copa Airlines flights from San Francisco to Santiago

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Copa Airlines

Sep 2

SFO8:21 pmSan Francisco

24h 01m

1 stop

SCL11:22 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sep 29

SCL3:27 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

18h 43m

1 stop

SFO6:10 pmSan Francisco

$706

Copa Airlines

Aug 12

SFO1:12 amSan Francisco

15h 11m

1 stop

SCL7:23 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Aug 17

SCL2:27 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

18h 32m

1 stop

SFO5:59 pmSan Francisco

$779

Copa Airlines

Aug 1

SFO1:12 amSan Francisco

19h 14m

1 stop

SCL11:26 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Aug 15

SCL2:27 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

18h 32m

1 stop

SFO5:59 pmSan Francisco

$819

LATAM Airlines flights from San Francisco to Santiago

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LATAM Airlines

Sep 1

SFO11:05 amSan Francisco

15h 30m

1 stop

SCL5:35 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sep 30

SCL11:25 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

16h 34m

1 stop

SFO11:59 amSan Francisco

$703

LATAM Airlines

Sep 1

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

20h 35m

2 stops

SCL5:35 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sep 30

SCL11:25 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

19h 46m

1 stop

SFO3:11 pmSan Francisco

$724

LATAM Airlines

Oct 14

SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

16h 50m

2 stops

SCL1:05 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Oct 28

SCL12:40 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

20h 31m

2 stops

SFO5:11 pmSan Francisco

$734

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SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

11:05 am-5:35 am

1 stop15h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 9/30

11:25 pm-11:59 am

1 stop16h 34m

$703

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

8:21 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop24h 01m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 9/29

3:27 am-6:10 pm

1 stop18h 43m

$706

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SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

2:15 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 5/12

3:20 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$707

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

4:30 pm-5:35 am

1 stop34h 05m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 8/10

11:25 pm-11:27 am

1 stop15h 02m

$710

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Sun 10/4

6:00 am-5:35 am

1 stop19h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 11/12

11:25 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop18h 02m

$719

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

11:55 pm-4:16 am

3 stops25h 21m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 5/12

6:40 am-11:55 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$721

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-5:35 am

2 stops20h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 9/30

11:25 pm-3:11 pm

1 stop19h 46m

$724

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

8:43 pm-5:35 am

1 stop29h 52m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 8/20

11:25 pm-11:26 am

1 stop15h 01m

$726

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Mon 10/5

4:55 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops17h 10m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 10/21

5:40 am-12:27 pm

2 stops34h 47m

$728

San FranciscoSantiago

SFO - SCL

SFOSCL

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

4:15 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops16h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 10/28

12:40 am-5:11 pm

2 stops20h 31m

$734

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santiago?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Santiago. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $666. If you don’t want to visit Santiago in January, then you should wait until October to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $683.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Santiago from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santiago for around $784 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Santiago from San Francisco for as low as $580 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Santiago flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Santiago flight.

How have San Francisco to Santiago flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for San Francisco to Santiago flights are approximately 38% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Santiago

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Fastest flight time	15h 32m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Santiago takes 15h 32m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Santiago. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Santiago.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Santiago

How far is San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez by plane?
A flight from San Francisco to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez will travel around 5934.4 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 15h 32m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?
As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Santiago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Santiago is LATAM Airlines (30% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (19%), United Airlines (19%), and Delta (15%).

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Santiago

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Avianca	PriceFrom $290	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,514 reviews	Search Avianca flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,605 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,604 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $501	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,576 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $593	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,908 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,424 reviews	Search Delta flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $758	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,543 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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