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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago from $1,210

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SCL
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in May or August, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Santiago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Santiago (SCL). 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,727

One-way from

$1,210

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,217

Good round-trip deal

$2,205 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,216 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 6/8-18/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Santiago
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 9/7
  • Nonstop
  • 13h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Santiago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($874 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($162 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Santiago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Santiago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Wed 6/809:25MEL - SCL
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/800:45SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,727
Tue 15/708:10MEL - SCL
1 stop16h 50mLATAM Airlines
Mon 28/700:40SCL - MEL
2 stops22h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,732
Mon 21/712:00MEL - SCL
Nonstop13h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 26/700:45SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/6$2,111

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Melbourne

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Santiago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

09:25-14:05

1 stop18h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 18/8

00:45-05:15

Nonstop14h 30m

$1,727

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Tue 15/7

08:10-11:00

1 stop16h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 28/7

00:40-13:35

2 stops22h 55m

$1,732

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 21/7

12:00-11:00

Nonstop13h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 26/7

00:45-05:40

Nonstop14h 55m

$2,111

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sun 19/10

00:45-14:25

3 stops51h 40m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 10/11

22:55-12:30

2 stops47h 35m

$2,312

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 9/7

12:00-11:00

Nonstop13h 00m

$1,210

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

14:15-06:50

2 stops30h 35m

$1,237

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

23:45-06:00

2 stops43h 15m

$1,356

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

07:45-12:10

3 stops42h 25m

$1,647

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 25/6

12:00-10:50

Nonstop12h 50m

$1,831

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

21:15-09:55

3 stops50h 40m

$2,175

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Santiago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Santiago. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago is 45 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 month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago (average of $1,287). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,225). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Santiago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Santiago. Price data was last updated on 8 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Santiago flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Santiago by month

Plan your trip to Santiago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Santiago by month

Plan your trip to Santiago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santiago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santiago. 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 Santiago. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, LATAM Airlines and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Santiago have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

KS,June 2025

TFU - HKG

I like the crews and flights, English over the speakers were difficult to understand. The beef dinner was off flavor.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

KS,June 2025

TFU - HKG

I like the crews and flights, English over the speakers were difficult to understand. The beef dinner was off flavor.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

KS,June 2025

TFU - HKG

I like the crews and flights, English over the speakers were difficult to understand. The beef dinner was off flavor.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

KS,June 2025

TFU - HKG

I like the crews and flights, English over the speakers were difficult to understand. The beef dinner was off flavor.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,849 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

KS,June 2025

TFU - HKG

I like the crews and flights, English over the speakers were difficult to understand. The beef dinner was off flavor.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Santiago. 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 into for flights to Santiago from Melbourne?

    Located just 13.6 km from the city centre, Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Santiago from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago round-trip from $1,732. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $2,111, and Cathay Pacific, from $2,338. LATAM Airlines is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $1,210. Users have also found prices from $1,418 and $1,831 on Cathay Pacific and LATAM Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago are Qantas Airways (85%), LATAM Airlines (85%) and Cathay Pacific (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago is generally $3,650, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,093. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez), you can expect to pay $1,807 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Santiago stopover in Auckland most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Auckland?

    Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Aotea Square are currently the most popular points of interest in Auckland at the moment. Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Aotea Square can be visited by traveling about 17.5 km, 18.3 km, and 17.1 km respectively from Auckland Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Auckland can hire a car from Auckland Intl for about $35 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago is Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Santiago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Santiago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Santiago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago (average of $1,287). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,225). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Santiago on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Melbourne to Santiago. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 13 June 2025.
LATAM Airlines flights from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Santiago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Santiago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,722Average$2,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,847Average$2,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,303Average$2,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapest$2,522Average$3,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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