Santiago to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Santiago (SCL) to San Francisco (SFO) connect Chile and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 9,530 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 13 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SCL and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Santiago. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Santiago, Chile
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 9,530 km
- Typical duration
- about 13 hours
- Origin codes
- SCL
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Santiago to San Francisco
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Route overview
Santiago to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between Chile and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SCL and SFO. Related codes: SCL → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 9,530 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 13 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Santiago airports and metro codes: SCL.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Santiago, other destinations from Santiago, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Santiago to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Santiago to San Francisco typically take about 13 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Santiago to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Santiago and San Francisco is approximately 9,530 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Santiago to San Francisco?
Santiago is commonly searched with code SCL (related: SCL). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Santiago to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Santiago?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Santiago. Distance is the same great-circle measure (9,530 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Santiago to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects Chile (Santiago) with United States (San Francisco).
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- Santiago airport (SCL)
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