Cheap flights from Santiago (SCL)

Chile's main international hub and largest airport in the country

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez sits 15 km northwest of central Santiago and is by far the busiest airport in Chile. It serves as a primary South American hub for LATAM and a major base for Sky Airline and JetSMART. Long-haul carriers including American, Delta, Iberia, Lufthansa, Air France, Qantas and Air Canada connect Santiago to North America, Europe, Oceania and the rest of Latin America.

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Airlines flying from Santiago (SCL)

Major carriers: LATAM, Sky Airline, American Airlines, Iberia, Delta. Low-cost carriers: Sky Airline, JetSMART, GOL.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines operate at Santiago Airport?
SCL hosts LATAM as primary hub plus Sky Airline and JetSMART on shorter routes. Long-haul service is provided by American, Delta, United, Iberia, Air France, Lufthansa, KLM, Qantas, Air Canada and Air New Zealand among others. Flightmussy compares them all in one free search.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Santiago?
Fares from SCL are typically lowest in May, August and early September, avoiding the southern summer and July ski-season peak. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap shows the cheapest weeks across both short-haul and long-haul routes, helping you flex dates for meaningful savings.
How far is Santiago Airport from the city?
SCL lies about 15 km northwest of central Santiago, around a 25 to 40 minute drive depending on traffic. Official taxis, the new Aeropuerto metro link via Los Libertadores, public buses and ride-shares all serve the airport. Allow extra time during weekday rush hours.
Can I pay for SCL flights with cryptocurrency?
Most airlines flying from SCL don't accept crypto directly, but Flightmussy integrates with Travala, which accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum and over 70 other cryptocurrencies. Search Santiago routes free on Flightmussy, then click through to Travala if you want to pay in crypto.

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