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Cheapest round-trip
$295
Typical prices: $414-$557
JetSMART
Tue 11/13Thu 11/22
SCL - UIO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$349
Typical prices: $493-$541
LATAM Airlines
Sun 2/11Tue 2/20
SCL - UIO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santiago and Quito. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 12% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM)
Cheapest • Avg $466 (round-trip)
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo (GYE)
Shortest trip • 8h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santiago to Quito (SCL-UIO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santiago to Quito

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:07 am - 4:05 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
11h 58m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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4:50 pm - 5:05 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
10h 15m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$295JetSMART
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:07 am - 4:05 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
11h 58m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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4:50 pm - 5:05 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
10h 15m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$309JetSMART
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
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12:48 am - 11:45 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
12h 57m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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12:43 pm - 12:21 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
9h 38m1 stop Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
$335LATAM Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
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4:10 am - 11:00 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
20h 50m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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9:56 am - 12:21 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
12h 25m1 stop Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
$338LATAM Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Dec 15
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2:10 am - 9:00 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
8h 50m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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6:30 am - 1:05 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
16h 35m2 stops Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Bogotá El Dorado
$338Avianca
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 25
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4:15 pm - 11:55 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
9h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:50 am - 5:45 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
16h 55m2 stops Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Bogotá El Dorado
$338Avianca
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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2:10 am - 2:10 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
14h 00m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:50 am - 5:45 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
16h 55m2 stops Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Bogotá El Dorado
$338Avianca
Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 30
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4:15 pm - 1:10 amSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
10h 55m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:50 am - 5:45 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
16h 55m2 stops Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Bogotá El Dorado
$338Avianca
Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 30
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8:13 am - 11:00 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
16h 47m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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6:40 pm - 7:30 amUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
10h 50m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$339LATAM Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Feb 1
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12:32 pm - 4:04 pmSCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr
29h 32m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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4:50 pm - 8:58 pmUIO  Quito Mariscal Sucr-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
26h 08m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$340JetSMART
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Santiago to Quito 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 Quito?

Round-trip flights from Santiago to Quito typically range from $414 to $557. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295, on JetSMART.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santiago to Quito. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Santiago to Quito at $440 round-trip.
•January ($537) and December ($530) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Santiago to Quito the cheapest?

Flights from Santiago to Quito are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% 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 Quito flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$188
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santiago to Quito

When to book flights from Santiago to Quito

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santiago to Quito 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 Quito flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 pm and lands at 11:45 pm
    • Latest: departs at 7:00 pm and lands at 11:45 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 45m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santiago to Quito.

  • How long is a flight from Santiago to Quito?

    A nonstop flight from Santiago to Quito takes 4h 45m, covering 2,349 miles.

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

    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 Quito flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santiago to Quito range from $414 to $557, with an average of $502 over the past 12 months. Anything below $414 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $502 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $466 round-trip via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM), compared to $506 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $60–$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 Santiago to Quito?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • Have flight prices from Santiago to Quito 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 $295 to $1,286. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santiago to Quito are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $197, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Quito Mariscal Sucr Airport (UIO)?

    Quito Mariscal Sucr Airport (UIO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $7 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Sixt
    • Alamo
    • Localiza

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

    Flights from Santiago to Quito usually depart from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) and arrive at Quito Mariscal Sucr (UIO).

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

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

    • Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo (GYE) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Santiago to Quito. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $465 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $528, a difference of $63.

    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 airlines fly from Santiago to Quito?

    Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between Santiago and Quito.

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

    Flying via Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo (GYE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 37m, compared with 10h 28m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 10h 38m via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).

  • What is the time difference between Santiago and Quito?

    Quito is 2 hours behind Santiago (Ecuador Time vs Chile Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Among airlines operating Santiago to Quito flights:

    • LATAM Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Santiago to Quito 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

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

Your guide to booking Santiago to Quito 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $465, about $63 less than Thursday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santiago to Quito trip for May. Fares historically average $440 round-trip in that month - typically $97 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Lima J Chavez Intl Airport (LIM) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $466 round-trip on this route - about $41 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Santiago to Quito?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Quito Mariscal Sucr Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tuesday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Thursday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Saturday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Sunday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

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Direct returns

Quito Mariscal Sucr to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tuesday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Thursday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Saturday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Sunday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

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