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Copiapo.C$93 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 18, returning Mon, Mar 24.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Tue, Mar 18, arriving in Atacama Desert.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Atacama Desert on Mon, Mar 24, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$93, select.
Copiapo.C$96 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 17, returning Fri, Apr 18.Round-trip flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Thu, Apr 17, arriving in Atacama Desert.Inbound direct flight with Sky Airline departing from Atacama Desert on Fri, Apr 18, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$96, select.
Copiapo.C$98 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 1, returning Sun, May 4.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Thu, May 1, arriving in Atacama Desert.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Atacama Desert on Sun, May 4, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$98, select.
Copiapo.C$98 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 14, returning Fri, Dec 5.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Fri, Nov 14, arriving in Atacama Desert.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Atacama Desert on Fri, Dec 5, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$98, select.
Copiapo.C$98 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 2, returning Sun, Nov 9.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sun, Nov 2, arriving in Atacama Desert.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Atacama Desert on Sun, Nov 9, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$98, select.
Copiapo.C$98 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 30, returning Tue, Apr 15.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sun, Mar 30, arriving in Atacama Desert.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Atacama Desert on Tue, Apr 15, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$98, select.
Copiapo.C$98 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 15, returning Sat, Jan 17.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Thu, Jan 15, arriving in Atacama Desert.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Atacama Desert on Sat, Jan 17, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$98, select.
Copiapo.C$98 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 23, returning Tue, Jul 29.Round-trip flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Wed, Jul 23, arriving in Atacama Desert.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departing from Atacama Desert on Tue, Jul 29, arriving in Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$98, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert flights are currently cheapest in March.
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Direct flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Copiapo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Atacama Desert.

Santiago to Copiapo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$93
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week80

Finding cheap flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert is C$93. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines Peru and Sky Airline fly direct from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert.
There are 80 flights per week flying from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Atacama Desert is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Atacama Desert Airport on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Atacama Desert but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Copiapo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Atacama Desert.

Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Chamonate Airport (CPO): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chamonate Airport takes 1 hour 31 minutes (on average). Copiapo's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Santiago.

  • Every week, there are 115 flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chamonate Airport. If you want to be on board as early as possible, select the 07:06 LATAM Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from SCL to CPO is 21:10 with Sky Airline.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Sky Airline is your gateway to discovering Copiapo (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Chile!). Browse the direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chamonate Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • When flying within Chile, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show another kind of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from SCL to CPO, check your ID is valid before you jet off.

How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chamonate Airport is C$45. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$93. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap flight tickets from SCL to CPO by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • April is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chamonate Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap flight tickets from SCL to CPO every day.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chamonate Airport.

Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 14 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near SCL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chamonate Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Getting from Chamonate Airport (CPO) to central Copiapo

  • From Chamonate Airport, Copiapo is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 43 minutes to reach the center driving.

When to fly to Chamonate Airport (CPO)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chamonate Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Copiapo in May.

  • The warmest month in Copiapo is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Chamonate Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCL to CPO in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 24ºC then.

More about Copiapo

  • If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Copiapo right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from SCL to CPO:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Desierto Florido, Plaza De Armas and Museo Mineralogico are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Copiapo itinerary.

Complete your Copiapo trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Chamonate Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Copiapo escape.

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