Chile is a long, narrow country running from the Atacama Desert to Patagonia. Santiago is the main gateway, with easy access to Andes ski resorts, Valparaíso and the central wine valleys, plus domestic flights to the far north and south.
Cheap airfare to Chile is mostly about timing and flexibility. Compare fares across airlines and nearby airports, shift your dates a few days either way, and book when the price looks right.
LATAM has its main hub in Santiago, and US carriers such as American, Delta and United serve Chile, along with low-cost domestic carriers like Sky Airline and JetSMART.
December to February is summer peak, especially for Patagonia. Spring (September–November) and autumn (March–May) are often better value, while June–August is ski season in the Andes near Santiago.
Santiago's Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) is the country's main international gateway.
Nonstop flights to Santiago have typically been offered from several major US hubs, including Miami, Dallas, Atlanta and New York, but check current schedules.
Shoulder seasons in spring and autumn usually beat the December–February summer peak and the Christmas holidays.
