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Cheap flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $258

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SCL — RIO
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in November or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santiago (SCL) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$344

One-way from

$258

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$432

Good round-trip deal

$470 or less

Good one-way deal

$253 or less
JetSMART
  • JetSMART
  • 12/6-14/6
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 42m total
  • Santiago to Rio de Janeiro
Sky Airline
  • Sky Airline
  • 22/7
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Santiago to Rio de Janeiro
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio de Janeiro (RIO).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio de Janeiro (RIO).

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Cheapest flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Thu 12/612:13SCL - GIG
Nonstop4h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/612:05GIG - SCL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$344
Thu 12/612:13SCL - GIG
Nonstop4h 02mLATAM Airlines
Sat 14/615:40GIG - SCL
1 stop26h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/4$348
Thu 26/606:24SCL - GIG
1 stop11h 36mJetSMART
Mon 30/620:05GIG - SCL
1 stop12h 05mJetSMART
Deal found 29/4$464
Fri 21/1107:50SCL - GIG
1 stop6h 05mSky Airline
Mon 1/1210:25GIG - SCL
Nonstop4h 50mSky Airline
Deal found 29/4$503
Thu 12/621:35SCL - GIG
1 stop12h 00mAerolineas Argentinas
Fri 13/603:05GIG - SCL
1 stop13h 20mAerolineas Argentinas
Deal found 29/4$509
Wed 11/600:30SCL - SDU
1 stop8h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sat 14/614:20SDU - SCL
1 stop8h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/4$532
Wed 11/600:30SCL - SDU
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/610:25SDU - SCL
2 stops18h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$539
Mon 25/821:35SCL - GIG
1 stop11h 40mGOL
Sat 30/803:05GIG - SCL
1 stop14h 00mGOL
Deal found 29/4$539
Fri 23/516:55SCL - SDU
2 stops16h 45mGOL
Wed 28/506:00SDU - SCL
2 stops11h 05mGOL
Deal found 29/4$918

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Santiago

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Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - GIG

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 12/6

12:13-17:15

Nonstop4h 02m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 14/6

12:05-15:45

Nonstop4h 40m

$344

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - GIG

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 12/6

12:13-17:15

Nonstop4h 02m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 14/6

15:40-16:55

1 stop26h 15m

$348

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - GIG

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 26/6

06:24-19:00

1 stop11h 36m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 30/6

20:05-07:10

1 stop12h 05m

$464

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - GIG

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 28/7

05:10-10:10

Nonstop4h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/8

15:05-20:55

1 stop6h 50m

$506

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - GIG

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 12/6

21:35-10:35

1 stop12h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 13/6

03:05-15:25

1 stop13h 20m

$509

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - SDU

SCLSDU

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 11/6

00:30-09:35

1 stop8h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 14/6

14:20-21:55

1 stop8h 35m

$532

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - GIG

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 25/8

21:35-10:15

1 stop11h 40m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 30/8

03:05-16:05

1 stop14h 00m

$539

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - SDU

SCLSDU

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 11/6

00:30-09:35

1 stop8h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 14/6

10:25-03:48

2 stops18h 23m

$539

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - SDU

SCLSDU

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 23/5

16:55-10:40

2 stops16h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 28/5

06:00-16:05

2 stops11h 05m

$918

SantiagoRio de Janeiro

SCL - GIG

SCLGIG

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 22/7

15:35-20:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$258

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Best time to book a flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

Explore weekly flight availability from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

The most flights from SCL to RIO are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 40.0 - 130.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aerolineas Argentinas, LATAM Airlines and GOL from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

    If you book a flight to Rio de Janeiro from Santiago, you will be flying from Arturo Merino Benitez, which is the city’s only airport. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) is located 13.6 km from the centre of Santiago. There are 6 flights from Arturo Merino Benitez to Rio de Janeiro per day from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    According to our current data, LATAM Airlines ($348), JetSMART ($464), and Sky Airline ($506) offers the cheapest pricing from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro. LATAM Airlines is currently priced 15% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

    Consider Qantas Airways (86%), Delta (83%) or LATAM Airlines Brasil (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

    The cheapest flight price from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro is $253. On average you can expect to pay $385. The most popular route, (Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont), can usually be booked for $495.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santiago to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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