Cheap Flights to Santiago from CA $145

Organize a flight to Santiago with Expedia and you'll be hitting the tarmac at Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU).

Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) is the only major airport in Santiago. Before you head there, it's a good idea to find out a little about it. The terminal is situated 88 kilometres from the centre of town.

There are 22 airlines that service Santiago from 53 worldwide airports.

Flights to Santiago are typically run by Tradewind Aviation. The majority of these flights jet off from St. Barthelemy, with Tradewind Aviation servicing this route the most often.

With approximately 1,279 nonstop flights every week, you'll be hitting the runway in Santiago before you can say, "Are we there yet?"

A large number of flights to Santiago take off from Orlando, New York and Miami airports.

If it's Orlando you're departing, you'll be midair for around 2 hours and 50 minutes before you touchdown in Santiago. Terminal to terminal from New York typically takes 3 hours and 53 minutes and from Miami, the flight time is 2 hours and 41 minutes.

We've all come across those fortunate jet-setters who somehow manage to land incredibly cheap fares every time they fly. Eager to know how to do it for your Santiago vacation? Don't wait until the last minute to lock in your flight. Another fantastic way to grab the best price is to compare all options. If where you're headed has a few airports, don't forget to look into the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Last but not least, another simple way to save some cash is be ready to book fast. If you come across a fantastic bargain, don't hold off — grab it while you've got the chance.

If you're poorly prepared, travelling can be daunting. But there's no need to hit the panic button just yet. Follow these useful tips for a stress-free start to your vacation in Santiago. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a hassle-free travel experience is to plan ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, travel documents, bank cards and medications. Next, bring items that'll help keep you occupied, like some electronic gadgets or a juicy novel. It's also wise to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of headphones. Finally, be sure to chuck in toiletries like a toothbrush, lip balm and a spare set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Double-check that you don't have sharp or pointed objects lurking in the bottom of your carry-on luggage. Other restricted items include flammable or explosive products, like aerosols and matches, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• Your goal here is to be as comfortable as you can. Choose slip-on footwear, dress in loose, breathable clothing and don't forget to take a pullover in case you get chilly in the cabin.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can pose a risk on long-distance flights. It results from blood clots forming due to poor circulation, so do some gentle foot and leg exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks.

As seasoned travellers know, the secret is to be well organized before you arrive at the security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Santiago in the blink of an eye. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a spectacular start:

• Be sure to have your ID and boarding pass within easy reach. They'll be the first things you'll be asked for by airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other items in your pocket, like coins, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them before your turn.
• Your electronic gadgets like laptops and phones will also need to go on a tray for inspection. No need to worry though, you'll be back online before you know it.
• Any liquids or gels, such as perfume or toothpaste, that you want to bring on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a practical footwear choice as you're less likely to be asked to remove them when passing through security. Boots and heavier-style shoes are often subjected to additional screening.
• Airlines won't allow any sharp or pointed objects in your carry-on luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, put them in your checked luggage.