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Cheap Flights to South America

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Lima
Limanonstop$303
Bogotá
Bogotánonstop$232
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires1 stop$611
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo1 stop$409
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro1 stop$543
Santiago
Santiago1 stop$443
Cartagena
Cartagenanonstop$206
Quito
Quito1 stop$352
Guayaquil
Guayaquilnonstop$208
Cali
Calinonstop$217
Cusco
Cusco1 stop$404
Pereira
Pereira2 stops$280
Georgetown
Georgetownnonstop$340
Montevideo
Montevideo2 stops$588
Barranquilla
Barranquillanonstop$245
Santa Marta
Santa Marta1 stop$309
Florianopolis
Florianopolis1 stop$567
Lima
Limanonstop$303
Bogotá
Bogotánonstop$232
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires1 stop$611
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo1 stop$409
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro1 stop$543
Santiago
Santiago1 stop$443
Cartagena
Cartagenanonstop$206
Quito
Quito1 stop$352
Guayaquil
Guayaquilnonstop$208
Cali
Calinonstop$217
Cusco
Cusco1 stop$404
Pereira
Pereira2 stops$280
Georgetown
Georgetownnonstop$340
Montevideo
Montevideo2 stops$588
Barranquilla
Barranquillanonstop$245
Santa Marta
Santa Marta1 stop$309
Florianopolis
Florianopolis1 stop$567

Book Cheap South America Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to South America that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals to South America

mar., dic. 2 - sáb., dic. 6
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:35 pm - 12:56 amFLL-MDE
3h 21mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 7:49 pmMDE-FLL
7h 59m1 stop
$182Spirit Airlines
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dom., dic. 7 - sáb., dic. 13
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 1:09 amFLL-MDE
3h 29mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 9:04 pmMDE-FLL
9h 14m1 stop
$185Spirit Airlines
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jue., dic. 4 - lun., dic. 8
Avianca Logo
5:30 am - 9:00 amMIA-MDE
3h 30mnonstop
Avianca Logo
11:50 pm - 3:35 amMDE-MIA
3h 45mnonstop
$249Avianca
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dom., dic. 7 - dom., dic. 14
Avianca Logo
5:30 am - 9:00 amMIA-MDE
3h 30mnonstop
Avianca Logo
11:50 pm - 3:35 amMDE-MIA
3h 45mnonstop
$250Avianca
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jue., ene. 15 - lun., ene. 19
American Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 12:11 amJFK-GEO
5h 41mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 5:49 amGEO-JFK
5h 54mnonstop
$342American Airlines
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lun., ene. 26 - mié., feb. 4
Copa Airlines Logo
2:44 pm - 8:41 amJFK-CTG
17h 57m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 2:17 pmCTG-JFK
7h 52m1 stop
$348Copa Airlines
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lun., ene. 5 - sáb., ene. 17
Copa Airlines Logo
1:16 am - 1:15 pmJFK-GEO
10h 59m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 2:59 amGEO-JFK
13h 46m1 stop
$349Copa Airlines
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dom., dic. 7 - vie., dic. 12
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:30 pmJFK-CTG
16h 00m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:29 pmCTG-JFK
11h 29m1 stop
$358American Airlines
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vie., ene. 23 - dom., feb. 8
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 2:45 pmJFK-GYE
26h 20m2 stops
LATAM Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 11:00 pmGYE-JFK
6h 30mnonstop
$360LATAM Airlines
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vie., dic. 5 - vie., dic. 12
LATAM Airlines Logo
8:59 am - 9:20 pmJFK-LIM
12h 21m2 stops
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:00 pmLIM-JFK
10h 25m1 stop
$510LATAM Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to South America

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to South America to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to South America?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to South America from the United States found in the last 72 hours was to Bogotá, at $198 round-trip. The most popular route is Atlanta (ATL) to Bogotá (BOG) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $198.

What is the cheapest month to fly from the United States to South America?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United States to South America, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from the United States to South America is October, when tickets cost $836 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are September and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,203 and $1,116 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United States to South America?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to South America, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from the United States to South America, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in South America?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in South America is Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE), with an average flight price of $220.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$74
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 30% increase in price.
Flight from Fort Lauderdale to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Flights to South America: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to South America 
StephanieFlew with AviancaJFK-GYENov 2025
Make sure your carry on and personal item fit the dimensions provided on the avianca website otherwise you will be charge to check a bag. They check before you board!
LinFlew with LATAM AirlinesJFK-LIMJun 2025
Board as early as you can so you won’t be forced to check in your carry on bag.
Verified travelerFlew with American AirlinesMIA-LIMMar 2025
Arrive at the gate on time as they have standby passengers ready to take your seat
Verified travelerFlew with GOLMIA-MAODec 2024
Leave plenty of time between arrival and connecting flights if able to, because this airport is not always staffed for passport/visa checks since international flights are not a constant occurrence. The passport check only had a single booth open for some time.
Verified travelerFlew with Aerolineas ArgentinasMIA-EZEFeb 2025
Arrive on time, take time’s to check in, make sure you check the weight of your luggage before boarding
Verified travelerFlew with Aerolineas ArgentinasMIA-EZENov 2024
You can use Uber. But no one speaks English here. It would be good if you learn some Spanish.
FranciscoFlew with Spirit AirlinesFLL-CTGNov 2024
Be patient during boarding it takes a bit longer bit if organized it gets to leave on time
Verified travelerFlew with AviancaFLL-BOGJun 2024
Be on top of your Flights , keep the eye and pay for the insurance Just in case
RobertoFlew with JetBlueFLL-MDEJun 2024
Make sure you fill ot the Check Mig form fir Colombia, otherwise you will face delays.
JayFlew with LATAM AirlinesJFK-LIMJan 2024
Don’t stay in the middle row. No AC Vents. The air was just stand still. An 8 hour fight felt like 20 hours

FAQs - booking South America flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United States to South America?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from the United States to South America.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United States to South America?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United States to South America is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from the United States to South America?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from the United States to South America with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United States to South America?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from the United States to South America up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to South America?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to South America is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $674. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Friday, where round-trip prices are $732 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to South America?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to South America is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $691 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to South America is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $974.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to South America

  • Looking for cheap airfare to South America? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to South America for the following prices or less: From Fort Lauderdale $211, from Miami $502, from Los Angeles $1,784
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest South America flight deals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to South America

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United States to South America? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8003 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
7.9Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.3Food
Airline reviews

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Nov 2025SFO - MSP
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Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Service in business class was not impressive. I ordered coffee with dinner and then watched other people get 2 refills before I got my 1 cup of coffee, and only after I pressed the attendant button overhead. Furthermore, the seats in the forward cabin need maintenance on this 737-800: the upholstery is detaching from the seat frame, at least on the backs of seats 1C, 1D.

Plenty of leg room, temperature was great and staff was excellent. Would do it more often.

The ticket agents in West Palm Beach on Friday afternoon Nov. 7th were incredible in getting us on an earlier plane to Atlanta during the government shutdown. Had the taken our original flight we would have missed our connection. She did this on her own, We didn't even have to ask, and she did it all with a smile and showing genuine concern that we would be taken care of. We are very grateful and thankful. We fly often, and now we will be sure to fly Delta.

Flight delayed then cancelled. Misplaced luggage. Still do not have. Rented car 1100 mile drive. I had to buy some overnight Hotels clothes toiletries gas food at my expense. Still not home. Not sure where luggage is. Over 4 hours on hold to Felta

I truly love flying with Delta. They have always treated me with the upmost respect

Our flight attendant in FIRST CLASS was one of the worst I’ve ever had. She was not at all pleasant, nor particularly good at her service.

Everything went well and was good. Nothing exceptional, but no complaints either. Cheap seats are pretty comfortable.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They ended up paying for the bag twice, but the counter wouldn't take my baggage receipt. Left it to me to resolve. Not sure how to resolve the issue.

Very strict carry on rules meant most of the plane had to gate check their luggage. As is often the case had things that were broken because of this, but I appreciated not being charged to gate check. Otherwise good flight and great crew once on the plane

Some of the Air hostesses are not that friendly. Need improvement

Simply as follows:- First, there was no vegetarian option for the meal Second, only 2 washrooms for the entire economy class.

I liked the meatloaf the chicken was awful but the plane was on time and got there and the staff was nice.

Boarding was quick & efficient; they gave boarding groups due priority; staff & air crew were very cordial and helpful, pleasant flight.

Cops Airlines is fantastic! The level of care and professionalism provided by the entire crew was top rate.

We had a great flight just wished they had a tv so we can see a movie that would of made my trip excellent.

I selected first class expecting excetional service. It was mediocre at best. The food service was cold, meal choices was poor and on one leg they did provide dessert. I did enjoy the lay day seat but the movies were old and nothing current. Boarding the plane is always hot. So boarding is quite warm until your in the air. I took a small personal air fan. Update the meals and movies.

Very happy with my flight. I would definitely recommend it.

Did upgrade, travel in business it was great (more room I could sleep)

Latam may be the worst airline in the world, far worse than even the lowest of low cost airlines in the USA. I wasted hours trying to PAY THEM TO CHECK A BAG! Then they misled me at the terminal, sent me through the wrong security line, the list goes on and on... Just absolutely terrible in every way. Avoid at all costs.

Poor, the airline was not able to help me move flights.

Just to drop my already labeled bag it took 50 minutes inline. Completely disappointed with Latam operation at GRU

The flight was late. Please do not delay next time.

I couldn't travel, now I can't get a refund and to change the date I have to pay an absurd fine.

My biggest complaint is the comfort. I am not tall and there was no legroom. It was very uncomfortable. During my transfer in Sao Paola, the flight was slightly delayed so boarding was confusing because there were no instructions in English.

I never got this flight. You sent me to Chile!!! And from Chile I got the other flight to São Paulo... I've arrived 7h latter than I was supposed to arrive because of Delta delays.

Because the flight was late, we lost the connection to Brazil. You, Delta delayed, and you Delta anticipated the door closing in 15 min from Miami to GRU. Why? It caused a lot of stress! I almost could not see my mother in law alive because of your delay.

My entertainment did not work. I was very tired from the botched connection, and the poor sleep

It’s a delta flight operated by LATAM. The whole ticket sale is a mess, delta changed my flight but didn’t update it in LATAM system, I couldn’t get my boarding pass, it took me hours to resolve this issue with delta. I had to change my travel plan. No apology from Delta even though it’s their fault.

More choices on snacks. Built-in video screen to enjoy entertainment choices.

we landed at cmh ten minutes early but had to sit on tarmac for twenty minutes because a plane was at our gate despite the fact that 3 other gates were open.

The experience with American Airlines was good, although the Philippines Airlines flight was much better (better seats, better food, better entertainment options, overall better). Again, the MIA to LAX flight was fine, but nothing in comparison to the comfort and accommodations of the Philippines Airlines flight from LAX to MNL.

I have a gluten allergy so did have any food

I have a gluten allergy so didn't have any food

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Everything was good The connects, with no blame to crew. Or pilots. I understand they are short staffed. Everything went well for me. I'll be using you guys again in May if not sooner.

this plane was really old, had exit row seats and tray was in arm of seat so super uncomfortable to use. another seat they could t even use the tray it was broke. seat i. front of me had duct tape on it cause seat was ripped open... this plane should either be updated or retired.

We were very rushed by a staff member at the gate when transferring from American Airlines to Fijian. Then the plane stayed put for ages anyhow! The plane was delayed and my bag sent to San Francisco instead of Fiji

Baggage handling poor. Second time this has happened. My bag went to San Francisco instead of Fiji. No apology. Luckily Nadi airport staff are fantastic. My bag arrived in Fiji the next day.

Not even water is offered on the flight. You cannot lean back on the seats and the seats are so narrow you can’t avoid rubbing elbows with the person next to you.

I couldnt recline the seat. Other than that crew was very attentive and helpful. Thsnk you

I had to go to the boarding counter for them to enter my return flight as it’s not with Avianca. There was a long queue as there were lots of people being called to the counter.

This low cost airline looks and fells more like a local bus. In a 6 hour flight not being able to recline a seat is torture. The only thing available with no charge is a glass of water provided by, mostly, rude staff. Our luggage didn’t arrive

Horrible experience. Flight cancelled. Arrived at destination 12 hs later. No one gave us an answer or any information. Very very poor service. We won’t ever travel again with Avianca

Did not fly with Pakistan International Airlines. Have never flown with Pakistan International Airlines.

Boarding, crew were excellent, food was ok and entertainment need to improve

The seats were uncomfortable and barely reclined at all. Very little leg room despite being business class. The crew was friendly and the food was good. Had to use my own phone for in-flight entertainment.

Very uncomfortable planes , poor service on the plane , take your own water so you don’t dehydrate , in a 6 hs flight they sold one time food and beverage . 1 plane was delayed 6 hs , I lost a connecting flight . Then in the way back they announce a delay of 2 hs so I had to take a different flight to arrive on time for my connecting flight . Avoid this airline .

Boarding was excessively slow. They do it by groups in a way that it doesn’t make sense. After business class , ppl that need assistance and any other priority group they should have ppl board from the back to the front. First rows 20+. Then 15+. Then 10, etc. having ppl sitting in the back board last makes no sense. The libe backame long as soon as ppl on rows 10 or so where told to board. The line went all the way up the ramp and tunnel for 25 mins.

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