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

Flights from Santiago to San Francisco usually depart from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Santiago to San Francisco: • Economy Class • Business Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Santiago to San Francisco most commonly connect through: • Los Angeles (LAX) - 36% of one-stop connections • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 24% of one-stop connections • Miami (MIA) - 14% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Santiago to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $643 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $832, a difference of $189. 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 San Francisco?

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute Santiago to San Francisco flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the $712 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Santiago to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from Santiago to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 5,918 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Santiago to San Francisco?

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 Santiago to San Francisco 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 $818 to $7,773. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Santiago to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $621, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 26m, compared with 16h 50m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and 16h 51m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

What is the time difference between Santiago and San Francisco?

San Francisco is 5 hours behind Santiago (Pacific Time vs Chile Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz • Fox

How much should I expect to pay for a Santiago to San Francisco flight?

Round-trip flights from Santiago to San Francisco range from $598 to $877, with an average of $712 over the past 12 months. Anything below $598 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Santiago to San Francisco typically range from $598 to $877. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $818, on Avianca.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santiago to San Francisco. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santiago to San Francisco?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Santiago to San Francisco at $603 round-trip. •October ($945) and November ($881) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Santiago to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Santiago to San Francisco are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Santiago to San Francisco?

Avianca ($818) and LATAM Airlines ($835) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Santiago to San Francisco according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Santiago to San Francisco?

Los Angeles (LAX) is the most popular layover for the Santiago to San Francisco route. 36% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via LAX.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Santiago to San Francisco?

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $720. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Santiago to San Francisco which airport offers the shortest layover?

Los Angeles (LAX) had the shortest average connection time for Santiago to San Francisco layovers at 8h 55m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santiago to San Francisco

Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Mar 5

7:30 am - 9:40 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

19h 10m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

11:00 pm - 1:05 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

21h 05m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

$818Avianca

Wed, Mar 31 - Fri, Apr 9

6:40 am - 10:35 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

19h 55m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

2:15 pm - 2:15 pmSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

21h 00m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

$819Avianca

Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 17

7:40 am - 9:21 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

18h 41m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles

8:00 am - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

18h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$835LATAM Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 17

11:10 pm - 10:44 amSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

16h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

20h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$855LATAM Airlines

Wed, Apr 28 - Sun, May 9

10:58 pm - 11:40 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

27h 42m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

7:55 pm - 2:41 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

27h 46m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$883Copa Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Apr 16

3:53 am - 5:25 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

18h 32m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

7:55 pm - 1:52 pmSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 57m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$911Copa Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16

8:25 pm - 11:02 amSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

19h 37m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles

11:53 am - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$930Delta

Sat, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 15

9:50 pm - 12:42 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

19h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:59 am - 5:35 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

$930Delta

Fri, Feb 19 - Fri, Mar 5

10:45 pm - 10:55 amSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

17h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:45 am - 8:50 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

27h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$930United Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Mar 7

9:55 pm - 11:10 amSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

18h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

6:30 am - 12:15 pmSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

24h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$935Air Canada

Recent last minute flight deals from Santiago to San Francisco

Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 23

4:15 pm - 9:40 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

58h 25m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

11:00 pm - 1:05 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

45h 05m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

$904Avianca

Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 23

4:15 pm - 11:55 amSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

48h 40m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4:23 pm - 12:24 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

51h 01m3 stops San Diego Boston Logan Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl

$1,063Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 22

10:45 pm - 10:46 amSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

17h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:35 pm - 8:50 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

33h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,073United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 22

10:45 pm - 9:50 amSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

16h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:40 pm - 8:50 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

35h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,075United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 24

11:10 pm - 5:16 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

23h 06m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:59 am - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,087Delta

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 24

11:10 pm - 4:16 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

22h 06m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:30 am - 7:00 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

19h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Miami

$1,087Delta

Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 23

10:30 pm - 10:47 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

29h 17m1 stop Miami

9:13 am - 9:25 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

19h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Miami

$1,088American Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 24

1:40 pm - 10:41 amSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

26h 01m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:00 am - 2:20 pmSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

25h 20m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

$1,101LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 24

7:40 am - 10:27 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

19h 47m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles

8:00 am - 2:20 pmSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

25h 20m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

$1,101LATAM Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Dec 25

10:30 pm - 3:09 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

21h 39m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

8:00 am - 8:00 amSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

19h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,186American Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Santiago to San Francisco flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santiago to San Francisco? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Santiago to San Francisco departing in february.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santiago to San Francisco?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santiago to San Francisco. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santiago to San Francisco? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Santiago to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from Santiago to San Francisco at $603 round-trip.
•October ($945) and November ($881) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Santiago to San Francisco the cheapest?: Flights from Santiago to San Francisco are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santiago to San Francisco?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Santiago to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Santiago to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from Santiago to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 5,918 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Santiago to San Francisco?
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 San Francisco flight?
Round-trip flights from Santiago to San Francisco range from $598 to $877, with an average of $712 over the past 12 months. Anything below $598 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Santiago to San Francisco flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the $712 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from Santiago to San Francisco 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 $818 to $7,773. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Santiago to San Francisco looking right now?
One-way fares from Santiago to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $621, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?
San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox
Which airports can I use when flying from Santiago to San Francisco?
Flights from Santiago to San Francisco usually depart from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Santiago to San Francisco pass through?
One-stop flights from Santiago to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santiago to San Francisco?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Santiago to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $643 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $832, a difference of $189.

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 San Francisco?
Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 26m, compared with 16h 50m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and 16h 51m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).
What is the time difference between Santiago and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 5 hours behind Santiago (Pacific Time vs Chile Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?
Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $643, about $189 less than Saturday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santiago to San Francisco trip for February. Fares historically average $603 round-trip in that month - typically $342 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.

• Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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