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Cheapest round-trip
$663
Typical prices: $607-$708
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Sun 10/21Sat 10/27
SAL - SCL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$389
Typical prices: $334-$402
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Sat 10/13
SAL - SCL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Salvador and Santiago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 2% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 8% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Bogotá El Dorado (BOG)
Cheapest • Avg $644 (round-trip)
Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)
Shortest trip • 11h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to Santiago (SAL-SCL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Salvador to Santiago

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:30 am - 5:13 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
17h 43m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Lima J Chavez Intl
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5:22 am - 12:40 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
10h 18m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$663Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 8
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7:30 am - 10:36 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
36h 06m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Lima J Chavez Intl
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5:07 am - 8:34 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
18h 27m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$670Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:30 am - 5:03 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
18h 33m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Lima J Chavez Intl
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7:30 am - 9:45 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$682Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:15 pm - 5:08 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
27h 53m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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6:07 am - 6:35 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
27h 28m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$684Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Dec 6
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10:05 pm - 3:10 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
14h 05m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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4:15 pm - 6:35 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$744Avianca
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
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10:05 pm - 3:15 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
14h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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4:20 pm - 6:30 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
17h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$744Avianca
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
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10:05 pm - 3:15 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
14h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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2:10 am - 3:40 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
16h 30m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$744Avianca
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
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4:54 am - 12:22 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
16h 28m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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3:57 am - 11:35 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
22h 38m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$747Copa Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 14
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8:30 am - 2:46 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
15h 16m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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1:07 am - 11:35 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
25h 28m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$747Copa Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 2
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4:54 am - 12:22 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
16h 28m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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12:23 pm - 11:35 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
14h 12m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$747Copa Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Salvador to Santiago flights

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

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Santiago, it is 2% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 1% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Santiago?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Santiago at $602 round-trip.
  • December ($686) and September ($672) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 13% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Salvador to Santiago the cheapest?

Flights from San Salvador to Santiago are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 2% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Salvador to Santiago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$389
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Salvador to Santiago

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

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

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

    Flights from San Salvador to Santiago usually depart from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and arrive at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Salvador to Santiago:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 4% on the San Salvador to Santiago route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $645 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $666, a difference of $21. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 expensive are last-minute San Salvador to Santiago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 2% below the route average of $653. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long is a flight from San Salvador to Santiago?

    A nonstop flight from San Salvador to Santiago takes 0h 00m, covering 3,451 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Salvador 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.

  • Have flight prices from San Salvador to Santiago 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 $663 to $4,604. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Salvador to Santiago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $580, which is 55% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 11m, compared with 12h 58m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) and 15h 40m via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).

  • What is the time difference between San Salvador and Santiago?

    Santiago is 3 hours ahead of San Salvador (Chile Time vs Central 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 San Salvador to Santiago flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Santiago range from $607 to $708, with an average of $653 over the past 12 months. Anything below $607 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Salvador 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $645 - about $21 less than Sunday (3% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 2% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Salvador to Santiago trip for November. Fares historically average $602 round-trip in that month - typically $84 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

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