Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago from $1,126

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SCL
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez are usually found in May or August, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 4 December 2025.

Sat 6/1213:55MEL - SCL
2 stops55h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1223:15SCL - MEL
2 stops53h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$2,117
Tue 2/1212:30MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1213:00SCL - MEL
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$2,362
Thu 25/1212:30MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 40mLATAM Airlines
Sat 28/201:10SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/12$2,441
Thu 25/1212:30MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/201:30SCL - MEL
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$2,476

Find 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 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,724

One-way from

$1,126

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$3,512

Good round-trip deal

$2,208 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,548 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 21/2-10/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 43h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Santiago
9/2
  • 9/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Santiago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($675 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($168 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Santiago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

09:00-10:55

1 stop15h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 14/4

13:10-21:05

1 stop17h 55m

$2,137

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

18:55-08:15

2 stops51h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 11/2

22:30-11:25

2 stops46h 55m

$2,227

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

09:00-10:55

1 stop15h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 10/4

13:10-23:35

1 stop20h 25m

$2,435

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

00:45-05:35

2 stops66h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 9/3

22:30-07:10

2 stops42h 40m

$2,436

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

15:35-05:35

2 stops52h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 8/4

22:55-22:15

2 stops57h 20m

$2,448

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

08:40-05:35

2 stops58h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 9/4

22:55-05:55

2 stops65h 00m

$2,448

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

08:40-05:35

2 stops58h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 20/3

22:30-23:00

2 stops58h 30m

$2,459

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sat 14/2

06:00-10:55

1 stop18h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 8/4

13:10-07:25

2 stops28h 15m

$2,479

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

21:00-10:50

1 stop27h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 20/4

13:10-11:45

2 stops32h 35m

$2,479

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

09:00-10:55

1 stop15h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 12/4

13:10-07:25

2 stops28h 15m

$2,480

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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 28 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago is 26 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago (average of $1,299). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,397). 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 4 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% 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 29 November 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. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

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 4 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, LATAM Airlines, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Santiago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 5 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago can take about 15h 55m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,137. Airlines will cover a distance of 11288 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $1,610. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are LATAM Airlines, from $1,630, and Cathay Pacific, from $2,277. Qantas Airways is priced at 30% 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 LATAM Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $913. Users have also found prices from $1,269 and $1,342 on Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, 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 Japan Airlines (100%), Malaysia Airlines (100%) and Qantas Airways (86%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago is generally $4,104, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,227. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez), you can expect to pay $1,358 for that flight.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago (average of $1,299). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,397). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Santiago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,609Average$2,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,636Average$2,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,277Average$2,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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