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Cheapest return flight
$1,790
Typical prices: $1,840-$2,580
LATAM Airlines
Fri 9/3Fri 30/3
MEL - SCL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,064
Typical prices: $1,492-$1,893
LATAM Airlines
Thu 11/1
MEL - SCL • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with LATAM Airlines. Average duration is 12h 47m
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LATAM Airlines
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Afternoon
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 15% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Auckland Intl (AKL)
Cheapest • Avg $2,122 (return)
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Shortest trip • 18h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Santiago (MEL-SCL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Santiago

Tue, 9 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
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12:30 - 11:20MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
12h 50mdirect
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02:30 - 06:25SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
13h 55mdirect
$1,790LATAM Airlines
Tue, 9 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 - 11:20MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
12h 50mdirect
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02:10 - 14:15SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
22h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,843Multiple Airlines
Wed, 24 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar
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12:00 - 10:50MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
12h 50mdirect
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01:05 - 05:25SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
14h 20mdirect
$1,862LATAM Airlines
Tue, 9 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
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06:45 - 10:00MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
17h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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02:10 - 15:55SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
23h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,899Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 9 Mar
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12:30 - 11:20MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
12h 50mdirect
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01:15 - 10:50SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
19h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,908Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 9 Mar
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12:30 - 11:20MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
12h 50mdirect
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01:05 - 05:25SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
14h 20mdirect
$2,007LATAM Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 9 Mar
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12:30 - 11:20MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
12h 50mdirect
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01:05 - 05:25SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
14h 20mdirect
$2,016LATAM Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Fri, 19 Feb
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15:00 - 09:05MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
32h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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13:00 - 23:35SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
20h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,397Qantas Airways
Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar
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07:10 - 09:05MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
15h 55m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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13:00 - 21:15SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
18h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,399Qantas Airways
Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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21:00 - 10:50MEL  Melbourne-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
27h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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13:00 - 20:20SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MEL Melbourne
17h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,401Qantas Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights

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How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago typically range from $1,840 to $2,580. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,790 on LATAM Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago at $1,838 return.
•December ($3,192) and January ($2,266) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$1,064
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 149% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago

When to book flights from Melbourne to Santiago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Santiago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Santiago flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Melbourne Airport to Santiago:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 and lands at 00:47
    • Latest: departs at 13:00 and lands at 01:47.

    The flight takes about 12h 47m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Santiago takes 12h 47m, covering 18,166 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Santiago flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago range from $1,840 to $2,580, with an average of $2,159 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,840 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $2,159 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at $2,160 return and stopover options via Auckland Intl (AKL) at $2,122.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    LATAM Airlines is the only airline operating Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $130–$144 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Melbourne Airport to Santiago spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Santiago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Santiago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,275, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)?

    Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $8 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Lucano
    • United Rent-A-Car
    • Rosselot
    • FlexWays
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Melbourne Airport to Santiago route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 47m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago most commonly connect through:

    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 91% of one-stop connections
    • Auckland Intl (AKL) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Santiago. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $2,052 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,243, a difference of $191.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between Melbourne Airport and Santiago.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Santiago?

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 18m, compared to 24h 28m via Auckland Intl (AKL) and 34h 42m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Santiago?

    Santiago is 14 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Chile Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights?

    Among airlines operating Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights:

    • LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Santiago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $2,052, about $191 less than Saturday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Santiago trip for April. Fares historically average $1,838 return in that month – typically $1,353 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $2,122 return on this route – about $37 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez?

 
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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Melbourne

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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