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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to Santiago, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to Santiago, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Los Angeles to Santiago - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Santiago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Santiago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Santiago is September, where tickets cost C$ 990 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 1,789 and C$ 1,319 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Santiago?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Santiago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Santiago, you should book around 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 76 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Los Angeles and Santiago per day?

Each day, there are between 1 and 2 nonstop flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in Santiago, with an average flight time of 10h 45m. The most common departure time is 5:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 10 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 20% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles and Santiago?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Los Angeles to Santiago?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 5:05 pm and will be landing in Santiago at 6:50 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Los Angeles to Santiago?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to Santiago jets off at 5:05 pm and lands at 6:50 am.

Good to know

Low season

May

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (53% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Santiago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Santiago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Santiago

  • 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 Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    Delta, KLM, Iberia, British Airways, and Finnair offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Santiago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Santiago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Santiago, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to Santiago on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Santiago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Santiago from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Santiago with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Santiago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Santiago from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Santiago

  • 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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Prefer to fly non-stop from Los Angeles to Santiago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Arturo Merino Benitez, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Los Angeles to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Monday

Cathay Pacific, Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific, Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

Delta, Japan Airlines, LATAM Airlines

Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific, Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific, Delta, +2 more

Thursday

Cathay Pacific, Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific, Delta, +2 more

Friday

Cathay Pacific, Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific, Delta, +2 more

Saturday

Cathay Pacific, Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific, Delta, +2 more

Sunday

Cathay Pacific, Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific, Delta, +2 more

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Nonstop returns

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Los Angeles

Monday

Delta, Japan Airlines, LATAM Airlines

Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific, Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific, Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

Delta, Japan Airlines, LATAM Airlines

Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Cathay Pacific, Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific, Delta, +2 more

Friday

Delta, Japan Airlines, LATAM Airlines

Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Cathay Pacific, Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

Cathay Pacific, Delta, +2 more

Sunday

Delta, Japan Airlines, LATAM Airlines

Delta, Japan Airlines, +1 more

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One-way flight deals

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10h 45mLAX-SCL
directCathay Pacific
10h 45mLAX-SCL
directLATAM Airlines
10h 45mLAX-SCL
directDelta
10h 45mLAX-SCL

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Los Angeles - Santiago Flights

Departure:

Los Angeles (LAX)United States

Destination:

Santiago (SCL)Chile

Return flight deals:

Santiago - Los Angeles

Cabin classes:

C$ 1,273

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