$1,211 Cheap Flights from Santiago (SCL) to Melbourne (MEL)

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Popular airlines from Santiago Intl. Airport (SCL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Cheap Flights from Santiago to Melbourne (SCL-MEL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $1,211 for one-way flights and $1,461 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

LATAM Airlines Group
Tue, Jun 9 - Sat, Jun 13
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$1,461 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,461
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Tue, Jun 9 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Sat, Jun 13, priced at $1,461 found 6 days ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Fri, May 15 - Mon, Jul 6
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$1,462 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,462
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Fri, May 15 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Mon, Jul 6, priced at $1,462 found 2 days ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Sat, Mar 7 - Thu, Jul 9
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$1,483 Roundtrip, just found
$1,483
Roundtrip
just found
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Sat, Mar 7 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Thu, Jul 9, priced at $1,483 just found
LATAM Airlines Group
Sun, Aug 2 - Sat, Aug 8
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$1,484 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,484
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Sun, Aug 2 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Sat, Aug 8, priced at $1,484 found 5 days ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Fri, May 15 - Mon, Jul 6
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$1,485 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,485
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Fri, May 15 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Mon, Jul 6, priced at $1,485 found 2 days ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 13
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$1,498 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$1,498
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Mon, Mar 30 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Mon, Apr 13, priced at $1,498 found 15 hours ago
United
Mon, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 23
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$1,892 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$1,892
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Tue, Dec 23, priced at $1,892 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Mar 2
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$2,667 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$2,667
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 16 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $2,667 found 15 hours ago
British Airways
Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$3,765 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$3,765
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $3,765 found 1 day ago
KLM
Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
SCL
Santiago
MEL
Melbourne
$3,809 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$3,809
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select KLM flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Santiago to Melbourne, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $3,809 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santiago (SCL) to Melbourne (MEL)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $1,141 - $1,583 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Melbourne

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Tullamarine MEL. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $1,688
MEL
Tullamarine
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $1,688
Flights from Santiago (SCL) to Melbourne (MEL)
Origin airport
Arturo Merino Benitez
Destination airport
Tullamarine
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, LATAM Airlines Group, Qantas Airways, United
Roundtrip price
$1,461
Distance
7017 mi
Average flight time
14 hours 15 mins

Santiago to Melbourne Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Santiago to Melbourne

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Santiago to Melbourne are during the month of June. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Santiago to Melbourne with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Santiago to Melbourne

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Santiago to Melbourne: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Santiago to Melbourne

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Santiago to Melbourne in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $1,211 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Santiago to Melbourne flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Santiago to Melbourne airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $1,211 or cheap return flight from $1,461 from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
June is the most affordable month to fly from SCL to MEL. Planning your trip for the off-season is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
Catch a direct flight with LATAM Airlines and go straight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll fly you from SCL to MEL. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a good deal.
How many flights per day from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
On average, Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) has 4 nonstop flights to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) each week. If you're looking for more options, use Expedia's filters to search for flights with a layover. Squeeze in a visit to another city or simply break up your travels.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
The 1 AM departures from SCL to MEL are the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from SCL to MEL?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
What is the earliest flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 12:55AM UTC-3, heading out of Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). You'll be traveling for around 14h 30m, arriving at Tullamarine Airport (MEL) at approximately 5:25AM UTC+11.
How long does it take to fly from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
Flights from SCL to MEL have an average travel time of 14 hours and 16 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 7,000 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SCL to MEL?
Consider booking with Qantas if you'd like to fly straight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) without any delays. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 92%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
To touch down at Tullamarine Airport (MEL) on schedule, opt for a flight that leaves from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Melbourne from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)?
Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the only airport in Melbourne with direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). Compare the available options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SCL to MEL shortly before your getaway is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SCL to MEL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SCL to MEL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, managing everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then tailor your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
If you booked your SCL to MEL flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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