What is the cheapest airline that flies from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

LATAM Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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

Bogotá (BOG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 15m.

What airlines fly to San José?

Copa Airlines, Avianca and LATAM Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Santiago according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

Bogotá (BOG) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights connecting via Bogotá (BOG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 42m.

How often are flights from Santiago to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Santiago and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Santiago to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Santiago to San José?

Flights via Bogotá (BOG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $392.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

There are 3 operators available for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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.

$226 Cheap Flights from Santiago to San José in 2026

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1:30 am - 3:25 pm

SCL

SJO

16h 55m

1 stop

1:45 am - 3:20 pm

SJO

SCL

10h 35m

1 stop

$384Avianca

Wed, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 30

6:40 am - 3:25 pm

SCL

SJO

10h 45m

1 stop

1:50 am - 3:15 pm

SJO

SCL

10h 25m

1 stop

$384Avianca

Wed, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 7

7:40 am - 3:25 pm

SCL

SJO

10h 45m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 5:45 am

SJO

SCL

10h 45m

1 stop

$384Avianca

Thu, Sep 24 - Fri, Sep 25

8:45 am - 3:40 pm

SCL

SJO

9h 55m

1 stop

4:55 pm - 5:50 am

SJO

SCL

9h 55m

1 stop

$404LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 6

5:10 am - 12:35 pm

SCL

SJO

10h 25m

1 stop

1:40 pm - 2:50 am

SJO

SCL

10h 10m

1 stop

$404LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

9:30 pm - 3:55 pm

SCL

SJO

20h 25m

1 stop

4:55 pm - 6:45 am

SJO

SCL

10h 50m

1 stop

$404LATAM Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Sep 30

1:07 am - 10:58 am

SCL

SJO

12h 51m

1 stop

8:45 am - 8:32 pm

SJO

SCL

8h 47m

1 stop

$406Copa Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 23

2:14 am - 10:58 am

SCL

SJO

10h 44m

1 stop

4:08 am - 11:26 pm

SJO

SCL

17h 18m

1 stop

$406Copa Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 29

8:15 am - 3:40 pm

SCL

SJO

10h 25m

1 stop

7:29 am - 7:55 am

SJO

SCL

21h 26m

1 stop

$486Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12

1:30 am - 3:25 pm

SCL

SJO

16h 55m

1 stop

4:55 pm - 12:50 pm

SJO

SCL

16h 55m

2 stops

$533Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Sep 25

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Copa Airlines

Aug 2

SCL2:14 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

13h 38m

1 stop

SJO1:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 10

SJO5:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 19m

1 stop

SCL5:14 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$406

Copa Airlines

Aug 2

SCL2:14 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

12h 05m

1 stop

SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 11

SJO12:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

SCL1:50 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$418

Copa Airlines

Sep 15

SCL1:06 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

10h 13m

1 stop

SJO8:19 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 23

SJO10:03 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 19m

1 stop

SCL12:22 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$421

Avianca flights from Santiago to San José

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Avianca

Oct 7

SCL1:30 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

16h 55m

1 stop

SJO3:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 30

SJO1:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 35m

1 stop

SCL3:20 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$384

Avianca

Oct 26

SCL7:25 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

10h 55m

1 stop

SJO3:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 30

SJO1:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 35m

1 stop

SCL3:20 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$385

Avianca

Oct 26

SCL7:25 amSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

10h 55m

1 stop

SJO3:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 30

SJO1:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 35m

1 stop

SCL3:20 pmSantiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$395

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SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 10/7

1:30 am-3:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/30

1:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$384

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SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 9/2

6:40 am-3:25 pm

1 stop10h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

1:50 am-3:15 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$384

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 9/24

7:40 am-3:25 pm

1 stop10h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/25

4:00 pm-5:45 am

1 stop10h 45m

$384

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SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 10/4

8:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/6

4:55 pm-5:50 am

1 stop9h 55m

$404

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 10/25

5:10 am-12:35 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/1

1:40 pm-2:50 am

1 stop10h 10m

$404

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 8/13

9:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/30

4:55 pm-6:45 am

1 stop10h 50m

$404

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 10/12

1:07 am-10:58 am

1 stop12h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/23

8:45 am-8:32 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$406

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 8/16

2:14 am-10:58 am

1 stop10h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/29

4:08 am-11:26 pm

1 stop17h 18m

$406

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 10/7

8:15 am-3:40 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/12

7:29 am-7:55 am

1 stop21h 26m

$486

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 9/23

1:30 am-3:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/25

4:55 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$533

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $394 to $437.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $384.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Santiago to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $391. If you don’t want to visit San José in November, then you should wait until October to fly from Santiago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $394.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Santiago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $435 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Santiago for as low as $417 on momondo.

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

As of July 2026, prices for Santiago to San José flights are approximately 17% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Santiago to San José takes 9h 44m

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How far is Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
A flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl will travel around 3122.7 mi. 9h 44m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 Santiago to San José?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Santiago to San José is Copa Airlines, representing 45% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Avianca at 31% and LATAM Airlines at 25%.

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Avianca	PriceFrom $350	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,522 reviews	Search Avianca flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $388	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,968 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $394	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,559 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights

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