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Santiago.C$1,688 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 10, returning Sat, Feb 21.Round-trip flight with Qantas and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Tue, Feb 10, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sat, Feb 21, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,688, select.
Santiago.C$1,708 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 15, returning Tue, Aug 5.Round-trip flight with Qantas and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Tue, Jul 15, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Tue, Aug 5, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,708, select.
Santiago.C$1,715 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 4, returning Sun, Sep 21.Round-trip flight with Qantas and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Thu, Sep 4, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sun, Sep 21, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,715, select.
Santiago.C$1,763 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 7, returning Sat, Aug 30.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Christchurch on Thu, Aug 7, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sat, Aug 30, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,763, select.
Santiago.C$1,765 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 29, returning Fri, Jun 20.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Thu, May 29, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Fri, Jun 20, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,765, select.
Santiago.C$1,768 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 29, returning Sun, Jul 6.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Sun, Jun 29, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sun, Jul 6, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,768, select.
Santiago.C$1,883 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 2, returning Tue, Oct 21.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Christchurch on Tue, Sep 2, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Tue, Oct 21, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,883, select.
Santiago.C$1,924 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 22, returning Tue, Feb 10.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departing from Christchurch on Mon, Dec 22, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Tue, Feb 10, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,924, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Christchurch to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez flights are currently cheapest in February.
May
from C$2,065
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Jul
from C$2,144
Aug
from C$1,763
Sep
from C$1,715
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from C$2,344
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from C$2,352
Dec
from C$3,599
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Feb
from C$1,688
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Apr
from C$2,546

Christchurch to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Christchurch to Santiago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.

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Cheapest flight foundC$1,688
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Christchurch to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Christchurch to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez is C$1,688. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Christchurch to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,688.
There are no flights flying from Christchurch to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Christchurch Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Christchurch Airport and Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santiago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.

Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know

  • Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, making Santiago 16 hours behind Christchurch.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your CHC to SCL flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a well-known stop between CHC and SCL.

How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is C$1,285. A return fare is currently C$1,688. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from CHC to SCL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Christchurch International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from CHC to SCL.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Christchurch International Airport, data shows 74.2% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Christchurch International Airport from central Christchurch, it'll take about 1 hour by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near CHC:

Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago

  • Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to the centre of Santiago has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Santiago in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CHC to SCL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.

Explore more of Chile

  • Santiago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Chile you'll want to see. About 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, a visit to Vina del Mar will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.

  • Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another favourite stop in Chile. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.

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