How long is the flight from San José to Santiago?

Airlines like Copa Airlines fly from San José to Santiago in about 15h 54m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 3123 mi.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santiago ranges from 0.0 - 70.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Santiago when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santiago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to SCL?

When flying from San José to Santiago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Can I find deals for flights from San José to Santiago that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Santiago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Santiago.

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Round-trip from	£341
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Average price	£323

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25h 13m total
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SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 15/9

12:05-06:10

1 stop15h 05m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£178

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SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SJOSCL

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Thu 31/12

17:53-05:57

1 stop9h 04m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£178

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SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/11

12:04-02:48

1 stop11h 44m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£178

San JoséSantiago

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

14:18-05:46

1 stop12h 28m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£178

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SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 23/10

10:03-00:22

1 stop11h 19m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£178

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SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/11

03:59-00:19

1 stop17h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£178

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SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 24/9

12:05-23:39

1 stop8h 34m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£178

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SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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11:58-06:10

1 stop15h 12m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

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£178

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SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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17:53-05:52

1 stop8h 59m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£178

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SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

SJOSCL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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03:59-00:19

1 stop17h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:00

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Santiago?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José to Santiago, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Santiago?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Santiago (average of £297). Flying from San José to Santiago in February is currently the most expensive (average of £387). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San José to Santiago?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

San José to Santiago flights typically cost between £297 and £351 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £341 on Copa Airlines (21 Oct–26 Oct).

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from San José to Santiago?
Airlines like Copa Airlines fly from San José to Santiago in about 15h 54m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 3123 mi.
Can I find deals for flights from San José to Santiago that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Santiago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San José to Santiago?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Santiago.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Santiago?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Santiago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Santiago?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Santiago (average of £297). Flying from San José to Santiago in February is currently the most expensive (average of £387). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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San José to Santiago flights typically cost between £297 and £351 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £341 on Copa Airlines (21 Oct–26 Oct).

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San José to Santiago flights typically cost between £297 and £351 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £341 on Copa Airlines (21 Oct–26 Oct).