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Cheapest return flight
£518
Typical prices: £548-£773
Copa Airlines
Fri 26/10Fri 2/11
JFK - SCL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£543
Typical prices: £550-£764
Delta
Thu 8/11Sat 17/11
JFK - SCL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with LATAM Airlines. Average duration is 10h 32m
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Most punctual • 82% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £482 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Santiago (JFK-SCL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from New York to Santiago

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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15:44 - 23:39JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
30h 55m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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03:19 - 17:17SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 58m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£518Copa Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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02:15 - 00:19JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
20h 04m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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05:07 - 01:00SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 53m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£530Copa Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Delta Logo
16:08 - 07:40JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
13h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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23:50 - 08:25SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 35mdirect
£537Delta
Sat, 7 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Copa Airlines Logo
02:15 - 00:19JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
20h 04m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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03:19 - 17:17SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 58m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£540Copa Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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01:30 - 00:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
21h 50m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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16:15 - 05:00SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 45m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
£541Avianca
Sat, 24 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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15:35 - 05:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
13h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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07:30 - 00:10SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 40m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
£542Avianca
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Delta Logo
18:25 - 06:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
10h 30mdirect
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23:50 - 08:25SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 35mdirect
£543Delta
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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11:20 - 07:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
17h 40m1 stop Miami
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23:50 - 08:25SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 35mdirect
£545Delta
Thu, 22 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
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15:22 - 06:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
14h 33m1 stop Miami
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16:45 - 06:45SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
16h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
£546Delta
Wed, 30 Dec - Mon, 25 Jan
Delta Logo
13:22 - 18:06JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
26h 44m2 stops Miami Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini
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15:15 - 07:16SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 01m1 stop Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
£547Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago flights

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How much is a return flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

Return flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago typically range from £548 to £773. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £518 on Copa Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago at £567 return.
•December (£916) and February (£677) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago the cheapest?

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Santiago

 
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Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£350
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago

When to book flights from New York to Santiago

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Your New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago:

    • Earliest: departs at 18:25 and lands at 04:57
    • Latest: departs at 19:50 and lands at 06:22.

    The flight takes about 10h 32m.

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    A direct flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago takes 10h 32m, covering 5,115 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago flight?

    Return flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago range from £548 to £773, with an average of £633 over the past 12 months. Anything below £548 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the £633 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £482 return via Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo (GYE), compared with £630 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    LATAM Airlines is the only airline operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £53–£76 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

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

  • How are flight departures from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago spread across the day?

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

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £460, which is 17% above 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 £5 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 45m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago most commonly connect through:

    • Miami (MIA) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £593 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £670, a difference of £76.

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Santiago.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 39m, compared to 13h 57m via Miami (MIA) and 14h 10m via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).

  • What is the time difference between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Santiago?

    Santiago is 1 hour ahead of New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago flights?

    Among airlines operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago flights:

    • LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl 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
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

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

  • Which transportation mode facilitates cheap transportation to John F. Kennedy Airport from Downtown New York City?

    Using public transportation, such as the AirTrain JFK and the subway, is a cost-effective option, but it may take longer depending on the specific route and transfers required. It's always advisable to check the current traffic and public transportation schedules to determine the most efficient option on the day of your travel.

  • Which airlines offer fair baggage policies for flights between Santiago and John F. Kennedy Airport?

    Passengers departing from New York's John F. Kennedy Airport to Santiago have the opportunity to select from airlines such as LATAM, Avianca, or Delta Airlines, which provide greater flexibility on checked baggage regulations. These airlines permit travelers to bring a checked bag weighing up to 33 lbs. without incurring any additional fees, in addition to a carry-on bag weighing up to 22 lbs and offer more competitive prices for excess baggage fees in comparison to other carriers.

  • Which flight route connecting Santiago and John F. Kennedy Airport has the most affordable ticket options?

    The price of a direct flight from New York's John F. Kennedy Airport to Santiago will likely be higher than that of a connecting flight. A number of reputable carriers, including United Airways, Copa Airlines, and LATAM, provide innonstop flights on this route for travelers on a tight budget. These airlines make stopovers in Newark, Panama, and São Paulo.

  • What guidelines have the major airlines established for flyers taking their dogs with them on flights to Santiago from John F. Kennedy Airport?

    Travelers departing from John F. Kennedy Airport to Santiago on American Airlines, LATAM Airlines, or Copa Airlines can choose to bring their beloved pets with them. These airlines have established regulations to cater to furry companions, enabling passengers to carry them on board as long as the combined weight of the pet and its carrier does not exceed twenty-five pounds.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £593, about £76 less than Saturday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago trip for April. Fares historically average £567 return in that month – typically £350 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 Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £482 return on this route – about £147 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
  • Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SLC) is the most frequented arriving airport for corporate travelers flying from John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Santiago. This is due to the airport's modern infrastructure, which includes a terminal building that has just undergone an expansion and upgrade. Business travelers value their well-planned, roomy amenities, which include lounging areas, charging ports, and dependable Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Passengers on LATAM Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines have the chance of upgrading to first-class seats when flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Santiago. They can request an upgrade to a first class cabin through a bidding procedure at check-in or while making their booking. With this rare opportunity, travelers may be able to get first-class seats for less money.
  • Consider booking your flight with American Airlines, United Airways, or Delta if you want your family's trip from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Santiago to be comfortable. These airlines give parents and children free access to in-flight Wi-Fi so they may enjoy a number of amusing options for entertainment, such as live-streaming video games or kid-friendly cartoon networks.
  • The majority of environmentalists flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Santiago favor using JFK as their point of departure. This is a result of JFK's incorporation of renewable energy sources. JFK has a solar power system that generates electricity, reducing its dependency on traditional energy sources.
  • Consider spending the night before your journey at a hotel close to JFK Airport if you intend to get on the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Airport to Santiago. The TWA Hotel is a good option for consideration because it's only a 7-minute walk from the airport and offer complimentary airport shuttle.

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Find which airlines fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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New York John F Kennedy Intl to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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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Direct returns

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to New York John F Kennedy Intl

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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