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Cheapest return flight
£390
Typical prices: £427-£561
Arajet
Tue 4/12Mon 10/12
CUN - SCL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£188
Typical prices: £208-£301
Arajet
Sun 2/12
CUN - SCL • 1 stop
Direct flights
1 day a week
You can fly direct with LATAM Airlines. Average duration is 7h 50m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
LATAM Airlines
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 18% price drop
November
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Punta Cana (PUJ)
Cheapest • Avg £403 (return)
Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)
Shortest trip • 11h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cancún to Santiago (CUN-SCL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cancún to Santiago

Fri, 4 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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16:26 - 06:38CUN  Cancun-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
12h 12m1 stop Punta Cana
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10:00 - 21:10SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-CUN Cancun
13h 10m1 stop Punta Cana
£390Arajet
Tue, 23 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar
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07:05 - 00:29CUN  Cancun-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
15h 24m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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23:58 - 08:52SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-CUN Cancun
10h 54m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£513Copa Airlines
Tue, 23 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar
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07:05 - 20:19CUN  Cancun-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
11h 14m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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05:12 - 21:28SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-CUN Cancun
18h 16m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£602Copa Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Thu, 15 Apr
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15:08 - 09:50CUN  Cancun-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
40h 42m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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10:10 - 20:02SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-CUN Cancun
58h 52m3 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth
£3,049British Airways
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 15 Apr
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15:08 - 09:50CUN  Cancun-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
40h 42m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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10:10 - 20:02SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-CUN Cancun
58h 52m3 stops Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth
£3,593British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cancún to Santiago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cancún to Santiago?

Return flights from Cancún to Santiago typically range from £427 to £561. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £390 on Arajet.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancún to Santiago. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to Santiago?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to Santiago at £396 return.
•February (£546) and January (£531) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cancún to Santiago the cheapest?

Flights from Cancún to Santiago are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cancún to Santiago flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£188
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cancún to Santiago

When to book flights from Cancún to Santiago

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Your Cancún 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 Cancún to Santiago?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:20 and lands at 20:10
    • Latest: departs at 12:20 and lands at 20:10.

    The flight takes about 7h 50m.

  • How long is a flight from Cancún to Santiago?

    A direct flight from Cancún to Santiago takes 7h 50m, covering 3,905 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cancún 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 Cancún to Santiago flight?

    Return flights from Cancún to Santiago range from £427 to £561, with an average of £485 over the past 12 months. Anything below £427 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cancún to Santiago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the £485 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £403 return via Punta Cana (PUJ), compared with £603 for direct.

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

    LATAM Airlines is the only airline operating Cancún to Santiago flights. 91% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £56–£75 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 Cancún to Santiago?

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

  • Have flight prices from Cancún to Santiago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £390 to £3,593. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cancún to Santiago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £244, which is 6% 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 £27 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Cancún to Santiago usually depart from Cancun (CUN) and arrive at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

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

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Cancún 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 Cancún to Santiago route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 19m.

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

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

    • Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Punta Cana (PUJ) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Cancún to Santiago. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £445 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £581, a difference of £136.

    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 Cancún to Santiago?

    Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between Cancún and Santiago.

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

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 28m, compared to 12h 06m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) and 13h via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).

  • What is the time difference between Cancún and Santiago?

    Santiago is 2 hours ahead of Cancún (Chile Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Santiago?

    Museum of Contemporary Art is one of the most viewed places in Santiago on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Cancún to Santiago flights:

    • LATAM Airlines: 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 Cancún 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

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

Your guide to booking Cancún 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £445, about £136 less than Saturday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cancún to Santiago trip for September. Fares historically average £396 return in that month – typically £151 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £403 return on this route – about £200 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 Cancun to Santiago?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cancun Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cancun to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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Direct returns

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cancun

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