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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago from $1,186

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SCL
20 Jul — 27 Jul1
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 15 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,680

One-way from

$1,186

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,131

Good round-trip deal

$2,271 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,258 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 13/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Santiago
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11/9
  • 11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Santiago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($866 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($160 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 15 July 2025.

Wed 13/812:00MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 50mLATAM Airlines
Tue 19/800:40SCL - MEL
2 stops22h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/7$1,680
Mon 27/1006:00MEL - SCL
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1113:00SCL - MEL
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7$1,808
Mon 28/712:00MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 4/800:40SCL - MEL
1 stop25h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,180

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Santiago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago that are best for you.

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Melbourne

Fly to

Santiago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 13/8

12:00-10:50

Nonstop12h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 19/8

00:40-13:05

2 stops22h 25m

$1,680

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

06:00-14:55

2 stops22h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 17/11

13:00-22:45

1 stop19h 45m

$1,808

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 28/7

12:00-10:45

Nonstop12h 45m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 4/8

00:40-16:20

1 stop25h 40m

$2,180

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Thu 11/9

06:00-15:05

2 stops22h 05m

$1,186

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

00:45-06:55

2 stops44h 10m

$1,421

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sat 30/8

12:00-10:50

Nonstop12h 50m

$1,479

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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 11 July 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 15 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% 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 13 July 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.

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 15 July 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
933 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
933 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
933 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,808 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
933 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
877 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
933 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

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 is 1 daily inbound flight 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 $1,680. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways. LATAM Airlines is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 LATAM Airlines (92%), Qantas Airways (92%) and Cathay Pacific (90%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago is generally $3,734, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,024. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez), you can expect to pay $1,808 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, 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

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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 15 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,717Average$2,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,847Average$2,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,287Average$2,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapest$2,505Average$2,994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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