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Cheapest round-trip
$665
Typical prices: $783-$1,103
LATAM Airlines
Thu 11/15Wed 11/21
LAX - SCL • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$298
Typical prices: $392-$527
JetBlue
Thu 9/13
LAX - SCL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with LATAM Airlines. Average duration is 10h 40m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 11% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $311 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 00m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Santiago (LAX-SCL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Santiago

Sun, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 21
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1:55 pm - 5:35 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
10h 40mnonstop
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11:55 pm - 6:20 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
11h 25mnonstop
$665LATAM Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 6
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9:24 am - 3:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
24h 36m2 stops Miami Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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11:55 pm - 6:20 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
11h 25mnonstop
$666LATAM Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 29
Copa Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 3:38 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
35h 33m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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1:22 am - 10:10 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
25h 48m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$666Copa Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 20
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1:55 pm - 5:35 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
10h 40mnonstop
Delta Logo
11:55 pm - 6:20 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
11h 25mnonstop
$676Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 19
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1:55 pm - 5:35 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
10h 40mnonstop
Delta Logo
11:55 pm - 6:20 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
11h 25mnonstop
$676Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1
Copa Airlines Logo
1:34 am - 11:39 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
18h 05m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
Copa Airlines Logo
1:07 am - 10:58 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
25h 51m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$678Copa Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 20
KLM Logo
2:55 pm - 5:35 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
10h 40mnonstop
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11:55 pm - 9:28 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
25h 33m1 stop Miami
$684KLM
Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 8:50 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
20h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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10:45 pm - 9:11 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
15h 26m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$690United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 27
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 8:50 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
20h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 12:15 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
30h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$700United Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 5:35 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
10h 40mnonstop
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1:30 am - 10:37 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
37h 07m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl San Francisco
$726Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Santiago flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Santiago start at $665. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $783 to $1,103. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $665 on LATAM Airlines.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Santiago, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Santiago?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Santiago at $779 round-trip.
  • December ($1,112) and July ($1,031) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Santiago the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Santiago are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 11% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Santiago

 
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Marisa Garcia

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Key details for Los Angeles to Santiago flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$298
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 25% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Santiago

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Your Los Angeles to Santiago flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Where can I exchange my currency at Santiago International Airport (SCL)?

    Since Chile uses a different currency, the Chilean peso, it would be wise to exchange currencies on arrival. Currency exchange services are offered by Afex at the airport. Its counters are located on the 1st level of the public hall and the 3rd level of the same hall, opposite Door 5.

  • Are there any Los Angeles airports I can board a flight to Santiago apart from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    Apart from LAX, you can fly out of Los Angeles from Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR). LAX is the more congested of the two, as it is the primary airport serving Los Angeles. Given that this is the case, to avoid long queues, it is advisable to fly out of BUR.

  • Is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) kid-friendly?

    LAX is a kid-friendly airport. It has a beach-themed play area for children in the Tom Bradley International terminal, specifically designed to house kids between the ages of 5 and 12. In this kid's area, featuring sculptured pieces in the shape of waves and dolphins, slides, and interactive exhibitions, you can watch your child have fun as you wait for your flight.

  • How early should I be for my flight from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santiago International Airport (SCL)?

    Although wait times vary based on the day and time, airlines at LAX highly advise arriving 3h before your international flight. Doing so is advised because it will give you enough time to go through the airport's security and visit some of the relaxation stations in the terminals.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Santiago flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Santiago flights:

    • LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between Los Angeles and Santiago.

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

    Flights from Los Angeles to Santiago usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Santiago flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Santiago:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $311 round-trip via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP), compared to $902 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $70–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

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

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

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Los Angeles to Santiago route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $835 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,004, a difference of $169. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Santiago route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 34 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in Santiago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Santiago are Parque Arauco, University of Chile and Estadio Nacional Julio Martinez Pradanos. These are among the most viewed places in Santiago on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Santiago takes 10h 40m, covering 5,580 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Santiago:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:55 pm and lands at 12:35 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:55 pm and lands at 2:35 am.

    The flight takes about 10h 40m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Santiago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 6% above the route average of $888. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    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 are flight prices from Los Angeles to Santiago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Santiago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $392, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does LATAM Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Los Angeles to Santiago flights?

    LATAM Airlines is the only airline operating Los Angeles to Santiago flights. 93% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl (VVI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 00m, compared with 7h 17m via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) and 11h 19m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Santiago?

    Santiago is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Chile Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)?

    Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Lucano
    · United Rent-A-Car
    · Rosselot
    · FlexWays
    · Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Santiago range from $783 to $1,103, with an average of $888 over the past 12 months. Anything below $783 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Santiago flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Los Angeles to Santiago route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Santiago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $835 - about $169 less than Saturday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 11% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Santiago trip for October. Fares historically average $779 round-trip in that month - typically $333 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $311 round-trip on this route - about $591 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal By IHG
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has lactation bays in each terminal. If you're a breastfeeding mother, you should take advantage of these areas as they provide a clean, private, and quiet place where you breastfeed or change your baby. Some of the nursing stations at the airport are located near Gate 13 in Terminal 1, between Gate 21B and Gate 23 in Terminal 2, by the parlor in Terminal 3, and by the glass hut in Terminal 4.
  • Passengers with reduced mobility can count on getting the assistance they need at LAX, as it offers special assistance services. To receive these services, you should contact the airport's TSA Care team at least 72h before your flight.
  • At LAX, every terminal has airside pet relief rooms. Additionally, Terminals 3 and 6 boast outdoor atriums. Thus, while waiting for your flight out of LAX with your four-legged friend, you can let it relax and relieve itself in any of these rooms.
  • In case you do not wish to move around with your bags after arriving at Santiago International Airport (SCL), you're in luck as the airport has a fully safe left luggage facility. The facility is on the first floor of the airport lobby, near Gate 1. TrueStar Securebag also provides luggage wrapping services at the airport. This company's counters are found on the third floor of the airport lobby, near Gates 2, 3, 4, and the Rotunda Oriente.
  • If you wish to stay close to the airport on arrival at SLC, look no further than the Holiday Inn Santiago Airport Terminal. It is located across from the arrivals exit within the airport's property. The hotel offers a complimentary stay to children aged 18 and under if they share a room with either of their parents. At this hotel, children aged 11 and below dine free when ordering from the main menu in its restaurant.

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Thursday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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