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Cheapest return flight
£707
Typical prices: £964-£1,415
Delta
Mon 5/11Fri 23/11
ZRH - SCL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£386
Typical prices: £516-£774
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/3
ZRH - SCL • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Zurich and Santiago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 19% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg £745 (return)
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU)
Shortest trip • 17h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Santiago (ZRH-SCL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Zurich to Santiago

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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13:30 - 07:40ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
46h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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23:10 - 10:50SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
31h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
£707Delta
Fri, 15 Jan - Sat, 13 Feb
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13:30 - 06:40ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
45h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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23:10 - 10:50SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
31h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York LaGuardia
£708Delta
Fri, 5 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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13:30 - 07:40ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
46h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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23:10 - 10:50SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
55h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
£710Delta
Wed, 9 Dec - Tue, 19 Jan
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13:30 - 06:40ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
45h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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21:50 - 18:35SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
40h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
£721Delta
Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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07:15 - 06:50ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
27h 35m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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21:55 - 10:25SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
32h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
£735Air Canada
Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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12:40 - 06:50ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
22h 10m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
21:55 - 10:25SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
32h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
£739Air Canada
Sun, 21 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr
Delta Logo
13:30 - 07:40ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
46h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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20:40 - 10:35SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
31h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
£751Delta
Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar
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13:30 - 07:40ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
46h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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23:10 - 10:50SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
31h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
£755Delta
Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
Air Canada Logo
07:15 - 06:50ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
27h 35m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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21:55 - 06:15SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
28h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£768Air Canada
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 19 Feb
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17:15 - 08:50ZRH  Zurich-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
67h 35m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
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22:45 - 07:55SCL  Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-ZRH Zurich
53h 10m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
£781United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Zurich 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 Zurich to Santiago?

Return flights from Zurich to Santiago typically range from £964 to £1,415. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £707 on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Santiago. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Santiago at £909 return.
•December (£1,471) and July (£1,306) 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 Zurich to Santiago the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Santiago are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Zurich to Santiago flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£386
Beat the crowds with an average 80% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 132% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Zurich to Santiago

When to book flights from Zurich to Santiago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich 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 Zurich to Santiago flight questions, answered

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

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Zurich to Santiago.

  • How long is a flight from Zurich to Santiago?

    A direct flight from Zurich to Santiago takes 00m, covering 7,424 miles.

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

    Return flights from Zurich to Santiago range from £964 to £1,415, with an average of £1,119 over the past 12 months. Anything below £964 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the £1,119 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Zurich 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 £707 to £5,908. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Zurich to Santiago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £420, which is 36% 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 £4 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Zurich to Santiago usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

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

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

    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Zurich to Santiago. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £1,013 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £1,360, a difference of £347.

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

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

    Flying via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 34m, compared to 18h 20m via Madrid Barajas (MAD) and 18h 22m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Zurich and Santiago?

    Santiago is 4 hours behind Zurich (Chile Time vs Central European 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.

Your guide to booking Zurich 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 Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £1,013, about £347 less than Tuesday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Santiago trip for May. Fares historically average £909 return in that month – typically £561 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

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