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Cheapest round-trip
$563
Typical prices: $631-$817
LATAM Airlines
Fri 11/16Sat 11/24
SCL - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$345
Typical prices: $352-$620
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/25
SCL - ORD • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santiago and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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SCL - ORD
Cheapest • 38% average savings
SCL - MDW
Most popular
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 8% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $692 (round-trip)
Miami (MIA)
Shortest trip • 14h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santiago to Chicago (SCL-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santiago to Chicago

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
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11:50 pm - 12:46 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 56m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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8:04 am - 5:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
18h 01m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami
$563LATAM Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
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10:15 am - 11:54 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 39m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:04 am - 5:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
18h 01m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami
$563LATAM Airlines
Mon, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 18
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3:06 pm - 1:34 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 28m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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3:13 pm - 5:16 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
13h 03m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$591Copa Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:26 am - 12:11 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 45m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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2:13 pm - 12:24 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
31h 11m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$591Copa Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Wed, Mar 10
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8:13 am - 11:57 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 44m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:30 pm - 6:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
14h 25m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$592Delta
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Mar 6
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11:00 pm - 3:53 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:55 pm - 6:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
34h 00m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$592Delta
Sun, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 18
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12:30 am - 9:20 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 50m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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11:20 pm - 11:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
23h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$592Avianca
Mon, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 6
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10:45 pm - 11:17 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 32m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:30 am - 8:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
22h 20m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$592United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:45 pm - 11:17 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 32m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:50 pm - 8:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
34h 00m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$593United Airlines
Fri, Apr 2 - Fri, Apr 9
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6:40 am - 9:20 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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11:20 pm - 2:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
13h 55m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$595Avianca
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santiago to Chicago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Santiago to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Santiago to Chicago typically range from $631 to $817. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $563, on LATAM Airlines.

What is the cheapest Santiago to Chicago flight route?

Santiago (SCL) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest Santiago to Chicago route, averaging $688 round-trip. Other Santiago to Chicago routes average $1,333, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santiago to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santiago to Chicago. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santiago to Chicago?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Santiago to Chicago at $640 round-trip.
•January ($893) and June ($753) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Santiago to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Santiago to Chicago are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Santiago to Chicago flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$345
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santiago to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Santiago to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santiago to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Santiago to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santiago to Chicago?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Santiago to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Santiago to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Santiago to Chicago takes 00m, covering 5,306 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santiago to Chicago?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santiago to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santiago to Chicago range from $631 to $817, with an average of $692 over the past 12 months. Anything below $631 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Santiago to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $692 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Santiago to Chicago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $580 to $2,949. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santiago to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santiago to Chicago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $670, which is 52% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates averaging $64:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates averaging $84:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates averaging $81:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santiago to Chicago?

    Flights from Santiago to Chicago usually depart from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santiago to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santiago to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santiago to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Santiago to Chicago. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $658 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $760, a difference of $102.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Santiago to Chicago?

    Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 21m, compared with 14h 28m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 14h 46m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

  • What is the time difference between Santiago and Chicago?

    Chicago is 3 hours behind Santiago (Central Time vs Chile Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santiago to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $658, about $102 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santiago to Chicago trip for April. Fares historically average $640 round-trip in that month - typically $253 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel Chicago Midway Airport

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